Isbn: 9781330016404 - co-operative housekeeping (classic reprint): how not to do it and how to do it, a study in sociology: how not to do it and how to do it, a study in sociology (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the disparities between the organization of men and women in society, particularly highlighting the unorganized nature of women's work within the household. The author contrasts the structured and collaborative efforts of men in various aspects of life, such as business and government, with the isolated and often inefficient way women manage household duties. Set against the backdrop of the late 19th century, the author explores the historical shift in women's roles as advancements in technology and industry diminished their traditional responsibilities in textile production. This book argues that the lack of organization among women, particularly in housekeeping tasks like cooking, cleaning, and sewing, has led to their devaluation in society and economic dependence on men. The author proposes a solution inspired by the Rochdale Pioneers, a successful consumer cooperative, suggesting that women adopt a similar model for cooperative housekeeping. By pooling resources and working together, women could achieve greater efficiency, economic independence, and ultimately, a more equitable standing in society. The book's insights on the need for women to organize and collaborate in their domestic work remain relevant as they challenge traditional gender roles and advocate for women's empowerment. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…