The Unwelcome Child: Or The Crime Of An Undesigned And Undesired Maternity (1860) - Henry Clarke Wright - Bog

The Unwelcome Child: Or The Crime Of An Undesigned And Undesired Maternity (1860) is a book written by Henry Clarke Wright. The book is a treatise on the social and moral implications of unwanted pregnancy and childbirth. It explores the societal attitudes towards unwed mothers and illegitimate children, and the consequences that they faced in the 19th century. The book discusses the various reasons for unwanted pregnancies, such as rape, seduction, and coercion, and the lack of legal and social support for women in such situations. It also discusses the economic and psychological burdens that unwanted children placed on families and society. The book argues for greater compassion and understanding towards unwed mothers and their children, and for the creation of social programs to support them. Overall, The Unwelcome Child is a thought-provoking and insightful analysis of a significant social issue that continues to be relevant today.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.