Bobbin Up
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Dorothy Hewett
Binding: Hardback
Published: Australian Book Society Melbourne, 1959
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Bobbin Up chronicles the gritty realities of working-class women in post-war Sydney, set against the backdrop of a bustling textile factory. The narrative uncovers the daily struggles, camaraderie, and political awakenings of its female protagonists as they navigate demanding labor and personal lives. Hewett presents a vivid and unvarnished portrayal of their lives, illustrating the intersection of gender, class, and political ideology in a rapidly changing society. This powerful novel details the resilience and spirit of women striving for dignity and change amidst challenging circumstances. It stands as a significant work in Australian literature, offering a compelling and authentic glimpse into a pivotal era.
Author: Dorothy Hewett
Binding: Hardback
Published: Australian Book Society Melbourne, 1959
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Bobbin Up chronicles the gritty realities of working-class women in post-war Sydney, set against the backdrop of a bustling textile factory. The narrative uncovers the daily struggles, camaraderie, and political awakenings of its female protagonists as they navigate demanding labor and personal lives. Hewett presents a vivid and unvarnished portrayal of their lives, illustrating the intersection of gender, class, and political ideology in a rapidly changing society. This powerful novel details the resilience and spirit of women striving for dignity and change amidst challenging circumstances. It stands as a significant work in Australian literature, offering a compelling and authentic glimpse into a pivotal era.