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Cultures of abortion in Weimar Germany

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Exploring the intense public debates surrounding abortion in the Weimar Republic, this study delves into the cultural anxieties of a society grappling with modernity. Utilizing a rich array of sources, including court cases and personal diaries, it examines the diverse experiences of women seeking abortions and the varying responses from society. The analysis challenges prevailing assumptions about abortion's necessity and safety, highlighting the complex and often contradictory voices of women who navigated medical theories alongside traditional reproductive beliefs.

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Cultures of abortion in Weimar Germany, Cornelie Usborne

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