Tueurs de femmes by Andrée Viollis

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By Helen Allen Posted on Jan 2, 2026
In Category - Family Life
Viollis, Andrée, 1870-1950 Viollis, Andrée, 1870-1950
French
"Tueurs de femmes by Andrée Viollis" is an investigative journalistic essay written in the early 20th century. The piece, published in a periodical, examines the broader societal structures that contribute to the suffering and marginalization of women. It challenges the public condemnation of a notorious murderer, Vidal, by shifting focus onto the ...
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essay raises provocative questions about justice, gender roles, and societal hypocrisy. The content centers on the case of Vidal, known as a "woman-killer," whose crimes sparked public outrage and a call for his execution. However, Andrée Viollis argues that society is filled with other, equally culpable "killers of women"—those who exploit female labor, abandon or betray women, enforce repressive sexual and social norms, and perpetrate systemic injustices. Through a passionate critique, Viollis highlights how these everyday wrongs, committed with impunity, collectively lead to far greater suffering and loss than the actions of one individual criminal. The essay ultimately calls for reflection on society’s complicity and advocates for empathy and systemic change rather than mere punishment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Matthew Martinez
6 months ago

Surprisingly enough, the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. This left a lasting impression on me.

Nancy Ramirez
5 months ago

I almost skipped this one, yet the explanations are structured in a clear and logical manner. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.

Brian Wilson
2 months ago

Surprisingly enough, it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. Time very well spent.

Carol Martin
4 months ago

A fantastic discovery, the narrative structure is incredibly compelling and well-thought-out. I couldn't put it down until the very end.

Jessica Allen
3 weeks ago

After years of reading similar books, the storytelling feels atuhentic and emotionally grounded. I’ll be referencing this again soon.

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