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John Witte, Jr., "The Western Case for Monogamy over Polygamy" (Cambridge UP, 2018)
FromNew Books in Law
John Witte, Jr., "The Western Case for Monogamy over Polygamy" (Cambridge UP, 2018)
FromNew Books in Law
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61 minutes
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Jan 15, 2019
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John Witte, Jr.'s The Western Case for Monogamy over Polygamy (Cambridge University Press, 2018) is an extensively researched book showcasing the author's deep knowledge and experience in the field of family and religious law. It traces the legal origins of European monogamy from the classical period to the present. Originally conceived as a brief for an advisory opinion to a Canadian court, Witte transformed this assignment into a work that not only explores the history of European marital law, but argues that monogamy is positive for society. It considers not just the legal, but also the moral and religious arguments for this institution. He joins us from Atlanta.
Jeffrey Bristol is a PhD candidate in Anthropology at Boston University and a JD candidate at the University of Michigan Law School.
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Jeffrey Bristol is a PhD candidate in Anthropology at Boston University and a JD candidate at the University of Michigan Law School.
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Released:
Jan 15, 2019
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Podcast episode
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