The Woman Who Toils: Being the Experiences of Two Gentlewomen as Factory Girls (Cram Edition)

Van Vorst, Mrs John; Van Vorst, Marie; Roosevelt, Theodore

ISBN 10: 1026115329 / ISBN 13: 9781026115329

Published by Xpresspress, 2026

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Woman Who Toils: Being the Experiences of Two Gentlewomen as Factory Girls (Cram Edition)
• Publisher: Xpresspress
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1026115329
• ISBN 13: 9781026115329
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

This XpressRead Cram Edition of The Woman Who Toils pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.

"The Woman Who Toils: Being the Experiences of Two Gentlewomen as Factory Girls" offers a rare and compelling firsthand account of working-class life at the turn of the 20th century. Authors Mrs. John Van Vorst and Marie Van Vorst, writing under their own names, chronicle their experiences working incognito as factory girls, shedding light on the harsh realities of industrialization and the challenges faced by women workers.

This important work of social commentary provides invaluable insight into the conditions of child labor and the daily struggles of the working class in America. Through their direct observations, the authors illuminate the social and political issues surrounding labor and industrial relations, offering a unique perspective on the era's burgeoning reform movements. "The Woman Who Toils" stands as a powerful testament to the resilience and strength of those who toiled in factories, making it essential reading for anyone interested in women's studies, labor history, and the social sciences. A meticulously prepared print republication of this historical text.