Legal Status of Canadian Women
A Deep Dive into Women's Legal Challenges in CanadaBy Henrietta Muir Edwards
Length2h 41m
About this audiobook
In "Legal Status of Canadian Women," Henrietta Muir Edwards provides a pioneering examination of the socio-legal conditions affecting women's rights in Canada during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Through a rigorous analysis of legislative frameworks and societal norms, Edwards employs a pragmatic yet incisive literary style that combines meticulous research with passionate advocacy for gender equality. Her work stands as a critical commentary within the feminist literary context of her time, illuminating the complexities of women's legal status and the implications of systemic inequalities entrenched in Canadian law. Henrietta Muir Edwards, a prominent suffragist and one of Canada's 'Famous Five,' was deeply influenced by her own experiences advocating for women's rights. Her activism, alongside fellow reformers, catalyzed her scholarly pursuits and informed her advocacy efforts. Edwards's intimate knowledge of the socio-political landscape, as well as her firsthand encounters with discrimination, inspired her to address the pressing need for legal reform that would grant Canadian women autonomy and dignity. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in Canadian history, gender studies, or legal reform. Edwards'Äôs compelling arguments and rich historical context make her work a foundational text in understanding the evolution of women's rights in Canada. It not only informs contemporary discussions on gender equality but also serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing struggle for justice.
Audiobook details
GenrePolitics and Government
Length2 hrs 41 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 31, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Preface.
2CHAPTER I. Marriage.
3CHAPTER II. Property.
4CHAPTER III. Married Woman Earnings.
5CHAPTER IV. Dower and Tenancy by Courtesy.
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6CHAPTER V. Compulsory Support of Married Woman by Husband and Protection Orders.
7CHAPTER VI. Divorce and Separation.
8CHAPTER VII. Wills and Intestasy.
9CHAPTER VIII. Trustees, Executors, Tutors.
10CHAPTER IX. Illegitimate Children.
11CHAPTER X. Franchise.
12CHAPTER XI. Extracts from the Criminal Code.
13CHAPTER XII. Miscellaneous.
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