Le Bilan du Divorce by Hugues Le Roux
QR code
"Le Bilan du Divorce" by Hugues Le Roux is a sociological study written in the late 19th century. The book explores the impact of divorce on contemporary marriage and societal norms, investigating whether the availability of divorce contributes to a general disinterest in marriage among the youth. It engages in a critical examination of the legal, social, and emotional implications of divorce, aiming to provide an insightful analysis rather than merely a
defense or attack on the institution. At the start of the work, the author introduces the premise by highlighting a common concern expressed during discussions about marriage: the belief that divorce may be a significant factor in the diminishing enthusiasm for marriage among young people. In search of a clearer understanding, he embarks on an investigation into divorce's prevalence, its primary motives, and the consequences it has on individuals and families. The opening chapters emphasize a methodical approach to studying divorce, positing that true incompatibility, often masked by lighter allegations such as "injury" or "excess," primarily drives many divorces. Throughout, Le Roux establishes a tone of inquiry fueled by a personal skepticism towards divorce, while recognizing its relevance in modern society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
Kobo, Nook etc → Transfer via USB
Phone, tablet or computer → Open in a reading app
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Author | Le Roux, Hugues, 1860-1925 |
|---|---|
| Title | Le Bilan du Divorce |
| Credits |
Produced by Hélène de Mink and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothéque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at gallica.bnf.fr) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender |
| Subject | Divorce |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 40085 |
| Release Date | Jun 26, 2012 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 279 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!