Marital Violence

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Exploring the dynamics of marital violence in a historical context, Elizabeth Foyster analyzes how families navigated the complexities of authority, property rights, and the challenges of divorce and child custody. The book delves into societal beliefs surrounding men's dominance and the evolving perceptions of acceptable behavior within marriages. By the nineteenth century, significant shifts in attitudes towards intolerable conduct had emerged, highlighting the changing landscape of gender roles and family rights during this period.