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    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

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The New England Offering: Written by Females Who Are Or Have Been Factory Operatives, Volumes 1-2

The New England Offering: Written by Females Who Are Or Have Been Factory Operatives, Volumes 1-2

Farley, Harriet

Paperback

Biographies General19th Century United States HistoryWomen's Studies

ISBN10: 1142789039
ISBN13: 9781142789039
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Jan 5 2010
Pages: 530
Weight: 1.62
Height: 1.07 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

The New England Offering is a fascinating collection of writings by female factory operatives in 19th-century New England. Edited by Harriet Farley, these volumes offer a unique glimpse into the lives, thoughts, and experiences of women who worked in the textile mills of the era. The writings encompass a variety of genres, including essays, poems, stories, and letters, providing diverse perspectives on work, family, education, and social issues. This collection serves as a valuable historical document, shedding light on the social and economic conditions of working-class women during a transformative period in American history. It offers insights into the burgeoning industrial revolution and the evolving roles of women in society. The New England Offering remains a significant contribution to American literature and women's studies, offering a voice to those often unheard in historical narratives.

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