First published in 1982; this pioneering work traces the transformation of "women's work" into wage labor in the United States; identifying the social; economic; and ideological forces that have shaped our expectations of what women do. Basing her observations upon the personal experience of individual American women set against the backdrop of American society; Alice Kessler-Harris examines the effects of class; ethnic and racial patterns; changing perceptions of wage work for women; and the relationship between wage-earning and family roles. In the 20th Anniversary Edition of this landmark book; the author has updated the original and written a new Afterword.
#674621 in Books 2002-10-31Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 5.63 x .80 x 8.60l; #File Name: 0195146913208 pages
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. If you want the real history!By kurtis primmFirst let me say that this book is like a history book on the history of halloween. If you are looking for a quick halloween story or costume and party information; then this book is not for you.This book deals with the actual history of this wonderful holiday;where it came from and how it adapted to what it is now.I found this book to be a great source of information on the history of my favorite holiday.I would recommend this book to anyone who wants an in depth read of the history of Halloween.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I have not finished yet but look forward to learning more about Sowein rituals and fun.By Jeff G.So far what I have read Is interesting. I have not finished yet but look forward to learning more about Sowein rituals and fun.1 of 3 people found the following review helpful. For All the HALLOWEEN Lovers!!!By Pumpkin ManYou need to love the history of HALLOWEEN in order to appreciate this book. It takes you back 3;000 years ago when HALLOWEEN began with the Celts and was called Samhain. It talks about how HALLOWEEN came to America. It talks about when people put poison in apples and gave them out as treats. (I transported that into a HALLOWEEN movie I made called 'Pumpkin Man.) It even talks about the HALLOWEEN film series; although I noticed a mistake when it came to that. If you love the holiday; you'll love HALLOWEEN: FROM PAGAN RITUAL TO PARTY NIGHT!!!
