Infertility in Medieval and Early Modern Europe

Premodern Views on Childlessness

Autoren

• Regina Toepfer

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Seitenzahl

268 Seiten

Lesezeit

10 Stunden

• Geschichte
• Politikwissenschaft
• Sozialwissenschaften
• Weltgeschichte

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Exploring the themes of infertility and childlessness in medieval and early modern Europe, this book highlights the societal and political implications of reproductive behaviors. It contrasts contemporary demographic policies with historical rulers' focus on securing succession and family heritage. The consequences of infertility, particularly for women, are examined, revealing how it could result in social discrimination, expulsion, and divorce, regardless of one's social status.

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• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2022
• Einband: Hardcover