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The Light In The Window

in: Memoirs
Summary:

The memoir recounts the experiences of a midwife at a home for unmarried mothers in Ireland in the 1950s, exposing the harsh treatment and conditions faced by the women there. It reveals the author's personal journey as she witnesses the suffering and resilience of the young mothers under the care of the nuns.

Key points:

1. Magdalene Laundries' Cruelty: The book details the brutal treatment of women in Irish Catholic-run institutions.

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