A Woman's Place: An Illustrated History Of Women At Home, From The Roman Villa To The Victorian Town House
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: Marjorie Filbee
Binding: Hardback
Published: Published by Book Club Associates, London, 1980
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: wear and foxing of dust jacket; minor tanning of edges of inside pages and spine
This comprehensive historical account, A Woman's Place: An Illustrated History Of Women At Home, From The Roman Villa To The Victorian Town House, chronicles the evolving roles and environments of women within the domestic sphere across centuries. It uncovers the intricate details of daily life, societal expectations, and architectural influences that shaped women's experiences from ancient Rome through the Victorian era. The narrative presents a vivid panorama of homes and hearths, illustrating how these spaces reflected and dictated female existence. With meticulous research and rich visual aids, the work argues for a deeper understanding of women's contributions and constraints within the private realm. This authoritative volume offers a compelling look at the enduring legacy of domesticity on women's history.
Author: Marjorie Filbee
Binding: Hardback
Published: Published by Book Club Associates, London, 1980
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: wear and foxing of dust jacket; minor tanning of edges of inside pages and spine
This comprehensive historical account, A Woman's Place: An Illustrated History Of Women At Home, From The Roman Villa To The Victorian Town House, chronicles the evolving roles and environments of women within the domestic sphere across centuries. It uncovers the intricate details of daily life, societal expectations, and architectural influences that shaped women's experiences from ancient Rome through the Victorian era. The narrative presents a vivid panorama of homes and hearths, illustrating how these spaces reflected and dictated female existence. With meticulous research and rich visual aids, the work argues for a deeper understanding of women's contributions and constraints within the private realm. This authoritative volume offers a compelling look at the enduring legacy of domesticity on women's history.