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Contraception and Abortion from the Ancient World to the Renaissance

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Riddle uncovers the obscure history of contraception and abortifacients from ancient Egypt to the 17th century with forays into Victorian England. He explores whether it was possible for premodern people to regulate their reproduction without resorting to dangerous surgical abortions, the killing of infants, or the denial of biological urges.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780674168763
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 256
  • Published:
  • December 31, 1993
  • Dimensions:
  • 156x235x16 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 372 g.
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Expected delivery: November 23, 2024

Description of Contraception and Abortion from the Ancient World to the Renaissance

Riddle uncovers the obscure history of contraception and abortifacients from ancient Egypt to the 17th century with forays into Victorian England. He explores whether it was possible for premodern people to regulate their reproduction without resorting to dangerous surgical abortions, the killing of infants, or the denial of biological urges.

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