Ritual and Conflict: The Social Relations of Childbirth in Early Modern England

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Childbirth in early-modern England is examined through its connections to social institutions and relationships, particularly focusing on the themes of illegitimacy, marriage, and gender roles. The book emphasizes the collective ritual of childbirth as a significant event controlled by women, highlighting its impact on their lives. By concentrating on the seventeenth century while also referencing the sixteenth to eighteenth centuries, it provides fresh insights into the patriarchal family structure and the dynamics of gender relations during this period.