
On criminal abortion in America
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Language: EnglishPublished:
Authors:
- Storer, Horatio Robinson
1830 - 1922
About this book
In an era marked by shifting societal norms and emerging medical ethics, "On Criminal Abortion in America" by Horatio Robinson Storer delves into the contentious legal and moral landscape surrounding abortion. This pivotal treatise scrutinizes the implications of criminalizing abortion, framing it as a crime against fetal life and challenging prevailing attitudes of the time. Storer's arguments invoke the sanctity of life and the responsibilities of medical practitioners, making a compelling case for the protection of unborn children. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this work offers a profound exploration of early American views on reproductive rights and the complexities of law and morality. Engage with Storer’s insights to better understand the foundations of contemporary debates on abortion.