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From very ancient times to the present day the menstrual phenomena in women have been the focus around which have developed ideas of horror and guilt, curious taboos and superstitions and a wealth of conversion reactions. In this small monograph Dr. Chadwick has drawn a broad outline of the problem, showing its scope for study and the practical applications of certain facts. The material has been divided into three sections, viz.: Historical, The Menstrual Cycle in Childhood, and the Adult Menstrual Cycle.