On Criminal Abortion In America

On Criminal Abortion in America by Horatio R. Storer is a historical and medical examination of the practice of abortion in the United States during the 19th century. Storer a prominent physician and anti-abortion advocate argues against the widespread practice of illegal abortions presenting his views on the moral social and health consequences of the procedure. The book reflects the medical and societal attitudes of the time focusing on the perceived dangers of abortion both in terms of the physical health risks for women and the moral implications for society.Storer's work is rooted in his belief that abortion was harmful not only to the mother but also to the moral fabric of society. He seeks to promote the idea that abortion should be criminalized and the book serves as part of a larger movement in the late 19th century that pushed for more restrictive laws on abortion. On Criminal Abortion in America provides valuable insight into the medical and ethical debates of the period contributing to the historical context of the abortion debate in the United States.