'She Said She Was in the Family Way': Pregnancy and Infancy in Modern Ireland Pregnancy and Infancy in Modern Ireland |
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| Editor:
| Farrell, Elaine |
| Series title: | Institute of Historical Research Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-905165-65-0 |
| Publication Date: | Sep 2012 |
| Publisher: | University of London
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $100.00 |
Book Description:
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She said she was in the family way' examines the subject of pregnancy and infancy in Ireland from the seventeenth to the twentieth century. It draws on exciting and innovative research by early-career and established academics, and consider topics that have been largely ignored by historians in Ireland. The book will make an important contribution to Irish women's history, family history, childhood history, social history, crime history and medical history, and will provide a...
More DescriptionShe said she was in the family way' examines the subject of pregnancy and infancy in Ireland from the seventeenth to the twentieth century. It draws on exciting and innovative research by early-career and established academics, and consider topics that have been largely ignored by historians in Ireland. The book will make an important contribution to Irish women's history, family history, childhood history, social history, crime history and medical history, and will provide a reference point for academics interested in themes of sexuality, childbirth, infanthood and parenthood.