English Laws for Women in the 19th Century

English Laws for Women in the 19th Century

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Publisher's Synopsis

A precursor to feminist literature, this book is a passionate plea for justice, filled with the horrifying details of Norton's own predicament and her scornful, accurate assessment of the statutes and the courts regarding women. Reform of the Marriage and Divorce Laws came in 1857, and some years later the Married Women's Property Act was passed, largely as a result of Caroline Norton's 'defence', and at the price of her own happiness.

Book information

ISBN: 9780897336222
Publisher: Academy Chicago Publishers
Imprint: Academy Chicago Publishers
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 208
Weight: 215g
Height: 216mm
Width: 140mm
Spine width: 13mm