Important collection of essays on women's history, now very scarce. Hardback. Very good in slightly torn, slightly edge worn dustwrapper. xix + 326pp.

Seller Inventory # C1942

Contact seller

Report this item

Bibliographic Details

Title

A Widening Sphere: Changing Roles of Victorian Women

Publisher

Indiana UP,

Publication Date

1977

Language

English

ISBN 10

0253365406

ISBN 13

9780253365408

Binding

Hardcover

Dust Jacket Condition

Dust Jacket Included

Seller catalogs

About this title

Synopsis

First published in 1977, this book is a companion volume to Suffer and Be Still. It looks at the widening sphere of women's activities in the Victorian age and testifies to the dual nature of the legal and social constraints of the on the one hand, the ideal of the perfect lady and the restrictive laws governing marriage and property posed limits to women's independence; on the other hand, some Victorian women chose to live lives of great variety and complexity. By uncovering new data and reinterpreting old, the contributors in this volume debunk some of the myths surrounding the Victorian woman and alter stereotypes on which many of today's social customs are based.

About the Author

Vicinus is Professor of English and History, University of Michigan.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

Academic history

Visit Seller's Storefront

Association Member

Members of these associations are committed to maintaining the highest standards. They vouch for the authenticity of all items offered for sale. They provide expert and detailed descriptions, disclose all significant defects and/or restorations, provide clear and accurate pricing, and operate with fairness and honesty during the purchase experience.

Seller's business information

Naomi Symes Books PBFA
United Kingdom

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

Naomi Symes Books (http://www.naomisymes.com) was established in 1994, and
specialises in Women's History and Social History Books. Phone / Fax: +44(0)1925
602898. Email: sales@naomisymes.com. Postal address: 2 Pineways, Appleton Park,
Warrington, Cheshire, WA4 5EJ, England.
A member of the Provincial Booksellers Fairs Association of England, we provide
a friendly, helpful and efficient service to academics, academic institutions,
collectors and history enthusiasts worldwide.

To expedite your or...

More Information

Shipping Terms

All our parcels are carefully and securely packed. Shipping costs are based on
books weighing 2.2 LB, or 1 KG. If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may
contact you to let you know extra shipping is required.

Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.

Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Order quantity	6 to 15 business days	3 to 10 business days
First item	US$ 26.16	US$ 28.84

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.