The Plight of Jewish Deserted Wives, 1851-1900

The Plight of Jewish Deserted Wives, 1851-1900
Author: Dr Haim Sperber
Publisher: Liverpool University Press
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2022-10-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 1782846999

Agunot (Agunah, sing., meaning anchored in Hebrew) is a Jewish term describing women who cannot remarry because their husband has disappeared. According to Jewish law (Halacha) a woman can get out of the marriage only if the husband releases her by granting a divorce writ (Get), if he dies, or if his whereabouts is not known. Women whose husbands cannot be located, and who have not been granted a Get, are considered Agunot. The Agunah phenomenon was of major concern in East European Jewry and much referred to in Hebrew and Yiddish media and fiction. Most nineteenth-century Agunot cases came from Eastern Europe, where most Jews resided (twentieth-century Agunot were primarily in North America, and will be the subject of a forthcoming book). Seven variations of Agunot have been identified: Deserted wives; women who refused to receive, or were not granted, a Get; widowed women whose brothers-in-law refused to grant them permission to marry someone else (Halitza); women whose husbands remains were not found; improperly or incorrectly written Gets; women whose husbands became mentally ill and were not competent to grant a Get; women refused a Get by husbands who had converted to Christianity or Islam. The book explores the reasons for desertion and the plight of the left-alone wife. Key is the change from a legal issue to a social one, with changing attitudes to philanthropy and public opinion at the fore of explanation. A statistical database of circa 5000 identified Agunot is to be published simultaneously in a separate companion volume (978-1-78976-167-2).

The Deserted Woman

The Deserted Woman
Author: Honore de Balzac
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Total Pages: 44
Release: 2000-01-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 8184306989

Embark on a captivating journey into the depths of human emotion with Honoré de Balzac's poignant tale, "The Deserted Woman." Step into the world of 19th-century France as Balzac masterfully weaves a tale of love, betrayal, and redemption. In this evocative story, readers are transported to the heart of Parisian society, where passions run high and secrets lurk behind every elegant façade. Themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships permeate the narrative, inviting readers to delve into the innermost thoughts and feelings of the characters. From the longing of unrequited love to the anguish of betrayal, Balzac's exploration of the human heart is both timeless and profoundly moving. Through vivid descriptions and richly drawn characters, Balzac brings to life the vibrant streets of Paris and the intimate dramas unfolding within its salons and drawing rooms. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of human nature, he captures the essence of the human experience with exquisite sensitivity and insight. The overall tone of the story is one of melancholy and introspection, as Balzac delves into the depths of human emotion with a blend of empathy and compassion. As the characters grapple with their desires and fears, readers are drawn into a world of passion and longing, where the pursuit of love can lead to both ecstasy and heartbreak. "The Deserted Woman" has earned widespread acclaim for its compelling narrative, vivid characters, and timeless themes. Critics and readers alike have praised Balzac's ability to capture the complexities of human relationships with honesty and depth, making this story a classic of French literature. Whether you're a fan of classic literature or simply drawn to stories of love and longing, "The Deserted Woman" offers a captivating journey through the labyrinth of the human heart. Grab your copy now and immerse yourself in Balzac's exquisite tale of passion, betrayal, and redemption.

The Deserted Woman

The Deserted Woman
Author: Honoré de Balzac
Publisher: Lindhardt og Ringhof
Total Pages: 54
Release: 2022-10-03
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 8726668300

Once bitten, twice shy sometimes rings true. Madame de Beauseant must have been bitten very hard, for she became a hermit in her Normandy castle due to humiliation after being cast aside by her aristocratic lover. However, when Baron Gaston de Nueil, a far younger and very persistent man, comes to town, he cannot resist seeking out this mysterious and notorious woman. He falls for her but she, being "twice shy", first rejects his advances and then runs away to Geneva. The lovesick Baron follows her, melts her heart and they live happily....for a few years. The age gap spooks the Baron's fearsome mother, who lines up a younger woman for him to marry. Mme de Beauseant fears a second humiliation, while the Baron contends with the call of his heart and the fear of his mother. What will he decide to do? Fans of Jane Austen's 'Mansfield Park' and 'Emma' will love this exquisite story of lost love and social propriety. Honoré de Balzac (1799-1850) was a French novelist and playwright, most famous for a sequence of novels, collectively called 'The Human Comedy'. His signature style was a warts-and-all representation of post-Napoleonic French life, rich in detail and featuring complex, unfiltered characters. The style means Balzac is regarded as one of the pioneers of European literary realism. He is named as an influence on writers including Emile Zola, Henry James, Charles Dickens, and Gustave Flaubert. The first novel he published under his own name was 'Les Chouans' in 1829. In 1834 he hit upon the idea of grouping his novels together to record all of society. The result, over a period of years, was 'The Human Comedy', which comprised three categories: 'Analytic Studies'; 'Philosophical Studies'; and 'Studies of Manners'.

Deserted Wife's Extraordinary Life

Deserted Wife's Extraordinary Life
Author: Jiang MoNan
Publisher: Funstory
Total Pages: 643
Release: 2020-06-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1649555679

In the 21st century, the Mercantile Iron Lady Kang-ying transmigrated to the peasant woman Kang-ying of the 1990s. Kang-ying was honest and kind, married for three years without ever getting married, after sparring with her husband and mother-in-law. After changing the "core", the forsaken woman Kang Sai first got rid of the top quality husband family, and then began the business to earn a lot of money, married the man's life!

Cold CEO's Pursuit for Deserted Wife

Cold CEO's Pursuit for Deserted Wife
Author: Yi ChengJiXu
Publisher: Funstory
Total Pages: 691
Release: 2020-05-07
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1649201443

She was married to him, she was sacred, he was a prison. Her deep love lasted for a long time. She could only hope that she could make him smile. Unfortunately, his love for her was already like another person, waiting for him to grow old at the beginning of his life ... There was no banquet in this world that would never disperse, but there were people who did it for bad karma. Behind the marriage, there were many conspiracies. How could she bear it? Losing the knowledge of my heart, he finally understood who love is, how can he find his lost lover?

A Social History Database of East European Jewish Deserted Wives, 1851-1900

A Social History Database of East European Jewish Deserted Wives, 1851-1900
Author: Dr Haim Sperber
Publisher: Liverpool University Press
Total Pages: 213
Release: 2022-10-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 1782846980

The Database is a companion volume to The Plight of Jewish Deserted Wives, 18511900 (978-1-78976-168-9). It comprises circa 5000 entries, providing name, date and circumstance, with extensive cross-reference to aid future researchers. Agunot (Agunah, sing., meaning anchored in Hebrew) is a Jewish term describing women who cannot remarry because their husband has disappeared. According to Jewish law (Halacha) a woman can get out of the marriage only if the husband releases her by granting a divorce writ (Get), if he dies, or if his whereabouts is not known. Women whose husbands cannot be located, and who have not been granted a Get, are considered Agunot. The Agunah phenomenon was of major concern in East European Jewry and much referred to in Hebrew and Yiddish media and fiction. Most nineteenth-century Agunot cases came from Eastern Europe, where most Jews resided (twentieth-century Agunot were primarily in North America, and will be the subject of a forthcoming book). Seven variations of Agunot have been identified: Deserted wives; women who refused to receive, or were not granted, a Get; widowed women whose brothers-in-law refused to grant them permission to marry someone else (Halitza); women whose husbands remains were not found; improperly or incorrectly written Gets; women whose husbands became mentally ill and were not competent to grant a Get; women refused a Get by husbands who had converted to Christianity or Islam.

My Own Life

My Own Life
Author: Ida May Beard
Publisher:
Total Pages: 200
Release: 1900
Genre: Desertion and non-support
ISBN:

Commonwealth Caribbean Family Law

Commonwealth Caribbean Family Law
Author: Karen Tesheira
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 435
Release: 2016-06-10
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1317624858

This important new text is the product of several years of research of the family law of fifteen Commonwealth Caribbean jurisdictions. It is the first and only legal text that comprehensively covers all the main substantive areas of spousal family law, including marriage, divorce, financial support, property rights and domestic violence. The rights of the statutory spouse in the jurisdictions of Barbados, Belize, Guyana, Jamaica, and Trinidad and Tobago are examined, thus addressing, on a jurisdictional basis, an important area of spousal family that is seldom covered in English family law texts. The book also covers the number and variations of divorce regimes applicable to the region – the matrimonial offence divorce model of Guyana and Montserrat, the English five fact model of Trinidad and Tobago, Dominica, Grenada, Anguilla, and St Vincent and the Grenadines, the hybrid model of Antigua and Barbuda, Belize and St Kitts and Nevis, and the no fault model of Jamaica and Barbados. This book will prove an indispensable resource for law students and legal academics, as well as for family law practitioners across the English-speaking Caribbean. Other professionals, including sociologists and social workers, will also find the book useful and informative.