ISBN: 0802005985

With the turn of the century came increased industrialization and urbanization, and in Toronto one of the most visible results of this modernization was the influx of young, single women … Mehr…

With the turn of the century came increased industrialization and urbanization, and in Toronto one of the most visible results of this modernization was the influx of young, single women to the city. They came seeking work, independence, and excitement, but they were not to realize these goals without contention.Carolyn Strange examines the rise of the Toronto 'working girl,' the various agencies that 'discovered' her, the nature of 'the girl problem' from the point of view of moral overseers, the various strategies devised to solve this 'problem,' and lastly, the young women's responses to moral regulation. The 'working girl' seemed a problem to reformers, evangelists, social investigators, police, the courts, and journalists - men, mostly, who saw women's debasement as certain and appointed themselves as protectors of morality. They portrayed single women as victims of potential economic and sexual exploitation and urban immorality. Such characterization drew attention away from the greater problems these women faced: poverty, unemployment, poor housing and nutrition, and low wages.In the course of her investigation, Strange suggests fresh approaches to working-class and urban history. Her sources include the census, court papers, newspaper accounts, philanthropic society reports, and royal commissions, but Strange also employs less conventional sources, such as photographs and popular songs. She approaches the topic from a feminist viewpoint that is equall 19th century,20th century,americas,business,business and investing,canada,economics,historical study and educational resources,history,modern (16th-21st centuries) Women's Studies, University of Toronto Press, Scholarly Publishing Division<

ISBN: 9780802005984

University of Toronto Press, Scholarly Publishing Division. Used - Very Good. Former Library book. Great condition for a used book! Minimal wear., University of Toronto Press, Scholarly… Mehr…

University of Toronto Press, Scholarly Publishing Division. Used - Very Good. Former Library book. Great condition for a used book! Minimal wear., University of Toronto Press, Scholarly Publishing Division<

1995, ISBN: 9780802005984

University of Toronto Press, Scholarly Publishing Division, 1995-05-25. Hardcover. Good., University of Toronto Press, Scholarly Publishing Division, 1995-05-25