Magdalenism: A Inquiry Into The Extent, Causes, And Consequences Of Prostitution In Edinburgh (1840) - Couverture souple
Synopsis
Magdalenism: An Inquiry Into The Extent, Causes, And Consequences Of Prostitution In Edinburgh (1840) is a book written by William Tait. The book is a comprehensive investigation into the issue of prostitution in Edinburgh, Scotland during the mid-19th century. Tait examines the extent of prostitution in the city, its causes, and the social, economic, and health consequences of the trade. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of prostitution in Edinburgh. Tait begins by providing an overview of the history of prostitution in the city and the various laws and regulations that have been enacted to control it. He then examines the social and economic factors that drive women into prostitution, including poverty, unemployment, and lack of education.Tait also explores the health consequences of prostitution, including the spread of sexually transmitted diseases and the high mortality rates among prostitutes. He discusses the efforts made by various organizations to provide support and rehabilitation for women involved in prostitution, including the establishment of Magdalen Asylums.Overall, Magdalenism provides a detailed and insightful look into the issue of prostitution in Edinburgh during the 19th century. The book is an important historical document that sheds light on the social, economic, and health consequences of prostitution and the efforts made to address this complex issue.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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