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Routledge From Wives to Widows in Early Modern Paris - History

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Explore the social and economic realities of women in early modern Paris through this detailed historical study. Janine Lanza examines the lives of widows across all social and economic levels, with a specific focus on the widows of master craftsmen. This book traces the historical period from the late sixteenth century, when changes in royal law impacted family property movement, through to the era of the French Revolution. Readers gain insight into the daily experiences of these women as they navigated complex legal and cultural structures. The text provides a look at how widows managed businesses, engaged in debates regarding remarriage, and negotiated marriage contracts. This work serves as a valuable resource for those interested in gender studies, economic history, and the legal evolution of early modern France.

Key Features

Analyzes the social and cultural structures that shaped the lives of widows in early modern Paris.

Provides a detailed look at widows of master craftsmen and their specific economic roles.

Covers a broad historical timeline from the late sixteenth century to the French Revolution.

Examines how changes in royal law affected the movement of property within families.

Offers historical perspectives on women running businesses and negotiating marriage contracts.

Explores the various social and economic levels inhabited by women during this period.

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hardcover
Domain
Amazon UK
Release Date
28 November 2007
Listed Since
03 July 2007

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