The Story of Jane

The Legendary Underground Feminist Abortion Service

By: Laura Kaplan

Narrated by: Tavia Gilbert

First published in 1997, The Story of Jane recounts the evolution of Jane, the underground group in Chicago that performed abortion services before the procedure was legalized. An extraordinary history by one of its members, this is the first account of Jane's evolution, the conflicts within the group, and the impact its work had both on the women it helped and the members themselves.

This audiobook stands as a compelling testament to a woman's most essential freedom - control over her own body - and to the power of women helping women.

A movie based on the book, titled This Is Jane, is being produced by Amazon Studios, with Michelle Williams attached to star.

©1995 Laura Kaplan (P)2019 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

This book is terrific!

These women created a great clinic. We can do it too! This is no time to follow “the law”.” This basic right has been snatched from us without even a vote. Outrageous!!

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i love how they only keep the 5 star reviews. . . . .

Salient, fascinating, amazing history

I am inspired by the process that Jane went through in transforming the landscape of the world as we know it and serving - and empowering - so many women.

Important Womens & Healthcare History

The story of Jane - an underground abortion network pre-Roe v Wade - is important history to know. Some of the points that really struck a chord with me:

- Women’s bodies were long misunderstood by the medical profession and also by women themselves. Sadly, this is likely still true.
- When there is an issue that needs to be addressed, never underestimate the power of strong, organized women.
- Sex education that is factually based is an absolutely essential. Once again this is sadly lacking for many.

While at times I found the book repetitive, I ultimately decided that was necessary when laying out the history and progression of what occurred during the years of Jane. The women in this group absolutely amaze me for many reasons and are inspirational. If you are into history, particularly that of women and/or healthcare, this is well worth a read.

The story of underground organization Jane

This audiobook is about the secret underground group called Jane. They were a women member group that provided secret abortions to women and as they progressed offered it for free. The story starts good and gets into a repeating phase during the middle unit the end with a busy and legalization. I was surprised never having heard of Jane and the narrator is easy to hear and understand. A book that has unfortunately been relevant to today’s world