Women's Industries In Liverpool - Harrison Amy

Women's Industries in Liverpool is a pioneering work of social research that investigates the economic effects of legislation regulating the labor of women in the early 20th century. Written by Amy Harrison and published in 1904, the book is a detailed analysis of the working conditions and wages of women in Liverpool, one of the largest industrial cities in England at the time.Harrison's research focuses on the impact of legislation such as the Factory Acts, which were designed to protect women and children from exploitation in the workplace. She examines the effects of these laws on women's employment opportunities, wages, and working conditions, and argues that while they have had some positive effects, they have also created new forms of exploitation and inequality.The book provides a comprehensive overview of the various industries in which women worked in Liverpool, including textiles, clothing, food processing, and domestic service. Harrison's research draws on a range of sources, including official statistics, interviews with workers, and observations of working conditions.Women's Industries in Liverpool is an important historical document that sheds light on the experiences of working-class women in the early 20th century. It highlights the struggles and challenges faced by women in the workplace, and the ongoing fight for equality and justice. The book remains relevant today as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for women's rights and the need for continued efforts to combat discrimination and exploitation in the workplace.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

EAN: 9781104532734