Deena Emera is an evolutionary biologist, author, and teacher. Her new book explores the mysteries of the female body through an evolutionary lens.

Deena Emera is an evolutionary geneticist, author, and teacher. Her new book explores the mysteries of the female body through an evolutionary lens.

What people are saying

"In this fascinating and hugely enjoyable book, Dr. Emera explores the deep past to shed light on the present and future of women’s health."

Lisa Mosconi, Ph.D., NYT bestselling author of The XX Brain

"A Brief History of the Female Body is a wonderful book giving insights into the biological struggle between mother and child, why you have breasts, orgasms, periods, and menopause. This is a must read for every woman and those who love her."

Louann Brizendine, M.D., NYT bestselling author of The Female Brain and The Upgrade

"At last! Now that women like Deena Emera are studying evolutionary biology and medicine we get to read books like A Brief History of the Female Body. Deena provides timely and well-informed summaries and discussion of topics women care about within the spheres that actually matter to us."

Sarah Blaffer Hardy, Ph.D., author of Mother Nature

"This is a truly captivating book about the fascinating origin of the female body. Packed with surprising and intriguing facts, this book is a must-read for anyone curious about evolution and how the female body came to be."

Lisa Falco, Ph.D., women's health advocate and author of Go Figure!

"In this excellent and engaging book, Emera probes the mysteries and mythology of the female body both through the eyes of an evolutionary biologist and a mother. Her delightful prose and keen insights make for a uniquely enjoyable gynecologic journey of discovery."

Jonathan Reisman, M.D., author of The Unseen Body