Unmarried Motherhood in the Metropolis, 1700-1850: Pregnancy, the Poor Law and Provision

by Samantha Williams

Book Overview

1. Introduction: illegitimacy in London .- 2. Shame.- 3. Pregnant and birthing bodies.- 4. The workhouse.- 5. Maintenance.- 6. Punishment.- 7. Conclusion.- Notes.- Bibliography.-Index

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3030103552
• ISBN13: 9783030103552
• Release Date: February 2019
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 270 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.8" x 8.3"