Economic effects of the world war upon women and children in Great Britain
By Irene Osgood Andrews, Margaret A. Hobbs
Length9h 11m
About this audiobook
This collection, 'Economic Effects of the World War upon Women and Children in Great Britain,' masterfully explores the profound consequences of the Great War on societal frameworks, with a particular focus on those previously marginalized in historical narratives. Encompassing a dynamic range of literary styles, this anthology weaves through poignant narratives, poignant essays, and insightful commentaries, each piece showcasing the resiliency and adaptability of women and children in the face of a transforming economic landscape. The diversity of works represented serves not only as an homage to the era's trials but also elevates a dialogue on how pivotal societal shifts can impact vulnerable populations. The anthology's editors, Irene Osgood Andrews and Margaret A. Hobbs, bring together contributors whose varied backgrounds enrich the dialogue on the intersection of gender, economy, and wartime Britain. These authors bridge interdisciplinary insights from history, sociology, and gender studies, inviting readers to explore how the socio-economic upheavals of the World War resonated across different strata of society. The collection aligns with feminist and socio-historical movements that seek to foreground narratives often glossed over by traditional historical discourse, offering a holistic understanding of the theme through a tapestry of varied but harmonious voices. For readers intrigued by the multifaceted impacts of global events on social dynamics, this anthology is an invaluable resource. By presenting an array of perspectives, this volume not only educates but also inspires critical thought about the ways in which crises shape human experience. It is an opportunity to engage deeply with a curated compilation of insights, fostering an appreciation for both the shared and unique challenges faced by women and children during a pivotal moment in history.
Audiobook details
GenreBusiness and Economics, Literary Classics
Length9 hrs 11 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 2, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1ECONOMIC EFFECTS OF THE WORLD WAR ON WOMEN AND CHILDREN IN GREAT BRITAIN
43Criticism of Governmental Wage Fixing in Munitions Work
2Increase in Numbers
44Wage Fixing by the Trade Boards
3Wages
45Wage Changes under Trade Union Agreements
4Recruiting New Workers
46Wages in Other Trades
5Removal of Trade Union Restrictions
47The Equal Pay Question
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6Control of Labor by the Munitions Acts
48The Demand for Overtime
7Safety, Health and Comfort
49Women’s Working Hours in 1915
8Effects of War Work
50Later Developments
9Peace and Reconstruction
51Organized Efforts
10Legislative Protection for Women
52Occupational Diseases in Munitions Work
11Child Labor
53Welfare Supervision
12Laws Affecting Children’s Employment
54Attack on the Welfare Movement
13The Unemployment Crisis
55Improvements in Conditions Outside the Factory
14Organization for Aiding Unemployed Women
56Relaxation of Child Labor and Compulsory Education Laws
15First Year of War
57Changes in Occupations of Boys and Girls
16Second Year of War
58Wages
17Third Year of War
59Hours
18Fourth Year of the War
60Safety, Health and Comfort
19Munitions Work
61Effects of War Work on Boys and Girls
20The “Treasury Agreement”
62Health of Women War Workers
21The Munitions Acts
63Effects of Night Work
22Organization for “Dilution” under the Munitions Acts
64Effects of War Work on Home Life
23Propaganda by the Ministry of Munitions
65Development of Personality in Women War Workers
24“Dilution” in Other Industries by Trade Union Agreement
66Postwar Unemployment among Women
25Other Measures to Increase Substitution—Industrial
67The Domestic Service Problem
26Other Measures to Increase Substitution—Trade and Commerce
68Dilution and Equal Pay
27Campaign for Substitution in Agriculture
69Child Workers After the War
28Transfers from Nonessential Industries
70Appendix A
29Transfers between Districts
71Appendix B
30Care of Transferred Workers
72Appendix C
31CHAPTER VII Training for War Work
73Appendix D
32CHAPTER VIII Women and the Trade Unions
74Appendix E
33Prohibition of Strikes and Lockouts
75Appendix F
34“Leaving Certificates”
76Appendix G
35Munitions Tribunals
77Appendix H
36Governmental Wage Regulation in the Munitions Industry
78Appendix I
37Wage Fixing for “Women on Men’s Work”
79Appendix J
38Wage Fixing for “Women Not on Men’s Work”
80Appendix K
39Revision of Award for “Women on Men’s Work”
81Appendix L
40Extension of Award Covering “Work Not Recognized as Men’s Work”
82Appendix N
41Wage Awards for Women Woodworkers
83Appendix M
42General Increases Based on Cost of Living Changes
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