The Employments of Women: A Cyclopædia of Woman's Work
De Virginia Penny
Duração26h 29m
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In "The Employments of Women: A Cyclopædia of Woman's Work," Virginia Penny presents a comprehensive exploration of the diverse roles women occupied in the late 19th century, effectively challenging the rigid gender norms of her time. Written in an encyclopedic format, the book meticulously categorizes various occupations and vocations, from the conventional to the innovative, providing a rich tapestry of women's contributions to society. Penny's literary style is both accessible and informative, blending factual content with a strong narrative voice that emphasizes the importance of women's economic independence amidst the prevailing societal constraints of her era. Virginia Penny, a pioneer in women's employment advocacy, draws from her extensive experience as a successful writer and journalist to illuminate the often-overlooked labor and achievements of women. Penny herself faced the challenges of a male-dominated publishing industry and thus became a passionate advocate for women's rights, amplifying the often-voiceless narratives of working women in her writings. Her commitment to illuminating these issues stems from a deeply ingrained belief in gender equality and the potential of women to succeed beyond the confines of domesticity. Readers are encouraged to engage with this seminal work for its historical significance and its insightful commentary on social structures. "The Employments of Women" not only serves as a vital resource for those studying women's history and labor movements but also inspires contemporary discussions about gender roles and economic empowerment, making it a must-read for scholars, activists, and anyone interested in the evolution of women's work.
Detalhes do audiolivro
GêneroPsychology
Duração26 h 29 min
Narrado porOuça com mais de 1.000 vozes
FormatoeBook com áudio
Data de publicação16 de set. de 2022
IdiomaInglês
Sumário
1CONTENTS.
2625. Reporters.
21. Amanuenses.
2726. Reviewers.
32. Astronomers.
2828. Teachers of Bookkeeping.
43. Authors.
2929. Teachers of Gymnastics and Dancing.
55. Bible Readers.
3030. Teachers of Drawing and Painting.
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64. Bankers and Bankers' Clerks.
3131. Teachers of Fancy Work.
76. Brokers.
3232. Teachers of Horsemanship.
87. Colonizationists.
3333. Teachers of Infant Schools.
98. Colportors.
3434. Teachers of Languages.
109. Copyists.
3535. Teachers of Music.
1110. Deaconesses.
3636. Teachers of Navigation.
1211. Dentists.
3737. Teachers of Swimming.
1312. Editresses.
3838. Translators.
1413. Government Officers.
3939. Actresses.
1514. Lawyers.
4040. Aquaria Makers.
1615. Lecturers.
4141. Architects.
1716. Librarians.
4242. Cameo Cutters.
1817. Magazine Contributors.
4343. Copperplate Engravers.
1918. Missionaries.
4444. Daguerreans.
2019. Medical Missionaries.
4545. Schools of Design.
2120. Physicians.
4647. Designers for Calico Prints.
2221. Preachers.
4748. Designers for Wall Paper.
2322. Proof Readers.
4849. Draughtswomen.
2423. Publishers.
4950. Employés in the United States Mint.
2524. Readers to the Working Classes.
5051. Engravers and Chasers of Gold and Silver.
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