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Length:
35 minutes
Released:
Sep 4, 2008
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
An in-depth and light-hearted look into divorce records, put in context by an introduction to the very antiquated divorce laws pre-1858. Hear about the famous feminist and family planning crusader Marie Stopes' high-profile divorce. At the other end of the scale, hear the numerous reasons cited for divorce including going out without a bonnet!
Released:
Sep 4, 2008
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
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