How to Raise a Baby - Heather Heying | Maiden Mother Matriarch 63
Maiden Mother Matriarch with Louise Perry
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Exploring Historical Perspectives on Infanticide and Abortion in Early Modern England
Exploring the complexities of infanticide and abortion laws in early modern England, including societal views on 'quickening' as the start of pregnancy and the reluctance of juries to convict women despite evidence. The chapter raises questions on coercion, consent, and the legal treatment of mothers in such cases.
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