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Illegitimacy: Sex & Secrecy in the 18th Century
Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society
The Shift in Attitudes Towards Illegitimacy: From Understanding to Blame
This chapter explores the evolution of societal perceptions of illegitimacy from the 18th to the 19th century, particularly after the 1834 welfare reform. It highlights the shift toward blaming mothers for illegitimate births and the rise of the 'fallen woman' trope, revealing the challenges faced by unmarried mothers in Victorian society.
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