Kate Morgan
The Walnut Tree: Women, Violence and the Law – a Hidden History
The Walnut Tree: Women, Violence and the Law – a Hidden History
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In her book "The Walnut Tree," Kate Morgan explores the legal campaigns, test cases, and individual injustices of the Victorian and Edwardian eras that fundamentally re-shaped the status of women under British law. The book reveals the shocking history of women under British law and its impact on women today, highlighting the historical inequalities of the law.
Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 29 February 2024
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
In her captivating and groundbreaking work of historical non-fiction, Kate Morgan delves into the legal campaigns, test cases, and individual injustices of the Victorian and Edwardian eras, which had a profound impact on the status of women under British law. Through the untold stories of these women, who became the cornerstones of our modern legal system, Morgan sheds light on the historical inequalities that existed within the law.
The book explores a range of topics, including the abusive marriage that led to the infamous "Clitheroe wife abduction," the domestic tragedies that shaped the law on domestic violence, the controversies surrounding the Contagious Diseases Act and the women who fought to abolish it, and the real courtroom dramas behind notorious murder cases such as the "Camden Town Murder."
By examining the legal history of the 19th and early 20th centuries, The Walnut Tree provides a revealing insight into the shocking history of women under British law and its implications for women today. It challenges the prevailing attitudes of the past and highlights the need for continued progress in the fight for gender equality and justice.
This essential work of historical non-fiction is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complex history of women's rights and the ongoing struggle for gender equality. Kate Morgan's meticulous research and compelling storytelling make it a compelling and thought-provoking read that will leave readers inspired to continue the fight for a more just and equitable world.
Weight: 538g
Dimension: 163 x 241 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008559571
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