Der Neue Pitaval, Vol. 19 (Classic Reprint)

Language: German

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

0656713852 / 9780656713851

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Print on Demand. This book explores the infamous case of Marie-Françoise-Catherine Hubscher, a peasant woman accused of kidnapping a newborn baby girl in 18th century France. The author delves into the complex social, legal, and moral issues surrounding the case, which captivated the nation and sparked a heated public debate. Set against the backdrop of a society grappling with the Enlightenment and the aftermath of the French Revolution, the book examines the clash between traditional beliefs and emerging scientific ideas about childbirth and childrearing. The author analyzes the role of the legal system in perpetuating injustice and the struggle for women's rights in an era dominated by patriarchal norms. Through meticulous research and a vivid narrative style, this book sheds light on the hidden stories of women like Hubscher, whose lives were shaped by poverty, superstition, and the vagaries of justice. It offers a nuanced exploration of the complexities of motherhood, social inequality, and the enduring legacy of misogyny. Ultimately, the book challenges us to reconsider the nature of truth, the limits of reason, and the fragility of human relationships in a society grappling with profound social and intellectual change. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…

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Title
Der Neue Pitaval, Vol. 19 (Classic Reprint)
Author
J. E. Hitzig, W. Häring
Publisher
Forgotten Books
Publication year
2018
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New
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print-on-demand item
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Paperback
Language
German
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0656713852
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9780656713851
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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