Description
Author Joseph D. Cooper
Publisher Doubleday 1963
Binding hardcover with dustjacket
Condition good, former library book with wear. Dustjacket protected with brodart
Summary
This 1963 edition of A Woman’s Guide to Part-Time Jobs by Soph D. Cooper is a fascinating time capsule from an era when women were first beginning to enter the workforce in significant numbers. Published at a time when the idea of women working outside the home was still evolving, it offers a unique perspective on the early societal shifts that set the stage for today’s more flexible work environments.
For today’s modern reader, this guide is not only historically significant but also deeply relevant. It provides a look into the initial challenges women faced in balancing work with family responsibilities—issues that remain pertinent even now. With advice on finding part-time jobs, managing household responsibilities, and contributing financially, Cooper's guide captures the roots of a conversation that continues to evolve.
This book can serve as both a historical reference and a source of inspiration, reminding us how far we've come while underscoring ongoing issues related to work-life balance, financial independence, and the empowerment of women in the workforce. It’s a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of women’s labor rights, feminism, and the social changes that laid the groundwork for today's workforce.