A Most Diabolical Deed' Infanticide and Irish Society, 1850-1900 |
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| Author:
| Farrell, Elaine |
| ISBN: | 978-0-7190-8820-9 |
| Publication Date: | Jul 2013 |
| Publisher: | Manchester University Press
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $130.00 |
Book Description:
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This book examines the phenomenon of infanticide in Ireland from 1850 to 1900. It is based on a large sample of 4,645 individual cases of infant murder, attempted infanticide and concealment of birth. Through a variety of sources, attitudes towards the crime of infanticide and women accused of the offence are revealed.
This book examines the phenomenon of infanticide in Ireland from 1850 to 1900. It is based on a large sample of 4,645 individual cases of infant murder, attempted infanticide and concealment of birth. Through a variety of sources, attitudes towards the crime of infanticide and women accused of the offence are revealed.