ABSTRACT
Elizabeth Ewan The marital partnership in medieval and early modern Scotland was unlike other economic partnerships in that provisions for its dissolution were built into many transactions between the partners. From the formation of the partnership, throughout its existence, and at its end, the welfare of the surviving partner was a constant concern. This essay looks at the provisions which were made for the surviving partner before and at the formation of the marriage, during the marriage, and at its approaching end. It concludes with a brief examination of the actions of the surviving partner.
