Doctor, social activist and feminist Ruth Simkin reveals her challenging journey as a pioneering physician in The Jagged Years of Ruthie J. (Ekstasis $24.95). Simkin is a former Salt Spring islander who became a palliative care specialist late in life, working for five years at Victoria Hospice. She also produced the Vancouver Island Jewish Community Directory for Congregation Emanu-El for many years and supports the Victoria Coalition to End Homelessness.

9781897430545

[BCBW 2010]