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041			_aEnglish
082			_a305.4 _bEDI
100			_aAbbott Edith
245			_a Women in Industry : _bA Study in American Economic History / _cEdith Abbott
260			_aChennai : _bMaven books, _c2023.
300			_a408p. : _bill ; _c‎ 6 x 0.94 x 9 inches.
505			_aHistorical Employment Patterns: Abbott traces the evolution of women's participation in the workforce, challenging the notion that their industrial employment was a 19th-century phenomenon. Economic Contributions: The book highlights the significant yet often overlooked economic impact of women workers in sectors such as textiles, garment manufacturing, and domestic service. Wages and Working Conditions: Abbott provides detailed analyses of wage disparities and the challenging working conditions faced by women, advocating for labor reforms. Social Implications: The study explores the social dynamics and public perceptions of women workers, emphasizing the intersection of gender and labor.
520			_aWomen in Industry is a seminal work that examines the role of women in the American labor force from colonial times through the early 20th century. Edith Abbott, a pioneering economist and social reformer, conducted extensive research to document the economic contributions of women across various industries.
650			_aWomen in the Workforce
650			_aLabor Economics
650			_aEconomic History
650			_aGender and Labor
650			_a Industrial Revolution
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