Women in the Printing Trades: A Sociological Study
Chronicling the Challenges: Gender Dynamics in Printing TradesBy Various
Length8h 45m
About this audiobook
In "Women in the Printing Trades: A Sociological Study," various authors delve into the intricate relationship between gender and labor within the historically male-dominated printing industry. The book employs a blend of qualitative analyses, interviews, and quantitative data, tracing women's roles from the late 19th century to contemporary practices. It surveys the socio-economic barriers women faced and highlights the groundbreaking contributions they made, reshaping the narrative of an industry often overlooked in gender studies. The literary style is academic yet accessible, appealing to both scholars and general readers interested in labor history and feminist sociology. The collective of authors brings diverse backgrounds in sociology, gender studies, and labor history, each contributing unique perspectives that enrich the text. This multidisciplinary approach reflects the authors'Äô commitment to unveiling the complexities of women's experiences in the printing trades. Their extensive research is grounded in archival documentation and fieldwork, revealing personal testimonies that elevate the discourse around labor and gender equality. "Women in the Printing Trades" is a vital read for anyone seeking to understand the nuances of gender dynamics within industrial settings. Its compelling insights not only celebrate the contributions of women but also challenge prevailing narratives about labor history. Through this sociological lens, readers will gain a deeper appreciation for the intersections of gender, labor, and cultural history.
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GenrePsychology
Length8 hrs 45 mins
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Publish dateDec 20, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
2INTRODUCTION.
3CHAPTER I. THE TRADES DESCRIBED.
4CHAPTER II. WOMEN IN THE TRADES.
5Census figures.: Chief Factory Inspector's figures.
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6CHAPTER III. WOMEN'S WORK AND ORGANISATION.
7Women as Compositors. Historical.
8Conflict between men and women.
9Printing Trades and the Women's Movement.
10The London experience.
11Provincial experience.
12Organisation amongst bookbinders.
13The Bible Society controversy.
14The Society of Women employed in Bookbinding.
15The Book-folders' Union.
16National Book-folders and Kindred Trades Union.
17The Manchester Society.
18Maintaining standards without organisation.
19Organisation in the miscellaneous trades.
20The attitude of employers.
21The women's attitude.
22CHAPTER IV. MEN AND WOMEN AS WORKERS.
23Do women displace men?
24The Perth dispute.
25Value of women's work.
26The men's view.
27Apparent rivalry.
28A miscellaneous survey.
29Conclusions.
30Technical training.
31"Use and wont."
32Girls v. Women.
33CHAPTER V. INDUSTRIAL TRAINING.
341. THE TRAINING.
35How girls are taught.
36The learner as workwoman.
37Compositors.
38Women and technical classes.
392. WHY WOMEN DO NOT TRAIN.
40Marriage as an industrial influence.
41The lack of openings and ambition.
42Sex reputation.
43Physique, hours, etc.
44Gentility in trade.
45CHAPTER VI. LEGISLATION.
461. THE LAW.
47Conditions of employment, 1866.
48Legislation, 1867.
49Factory and Workshop Act, 1878.
50Factory and Workshop Act, 1901.
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