Table of contents only
http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip063/2005033201.html
Classification:
Books
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 189-212) and index.
Contents:
Introduction: refining work -- Needlework and creativity in representations of the seamstress -- A suitable employment for women: the woman artist and the principle of compatibility -- The difference is great in being known to write and setting up for an authoress: representing the writing woman -- Unceasing industry: work and the actress.
Subject Terms:
Middle class women -- Employment -- England -- History -- 19th century. | Sex role in literature. | Work in literature. | Needleworkers -- England -- History -- 19th century. | Women artists -- England -- History -- 19th century. | Women authors -- England -- History -- 19th century. | Actresses -- England -- History -- 19th century. | Women -- England -- History -- 19th century.