Publisher's Synopsis
Workingman's Wife: Her Personality, World And Life Style by Lee Rainwater is a sociological study that explores the lives of working-class women in the mid-twentieth century. The book examines the experiences of these women in relation to their husbands, families, and communities. Rainwater analyzes the ways in which these women navigate the challenges of balancing work and family responsibilities, as well as the impact of social and economic factors on their lives. The book also delves into the personality traits and coping mechanisms of working-class wives, and how they relate to their husbands' attitudes and behaviors. Through in-depth interviews and case studies, Rainwater offers a nuanced and insightful portrait of the complex realities of working-class life in America during this period. Overall, Workingman's Wife sheds light on the struggles and triumphs of women who were often overlooked and undervalued in society, and provides a valuable perspective on the social and economic forces that shape our lives.Preface By W. Lloyd Warner. Introduction By Burleigh B. Gardner.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.
