The Woman Who Toils: Being the Experiences of Two Gentlewomen as Factory Girls (Cram Edition)

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Mrs John Van Vorst Marie Van Vorst

The Woman Who Toils

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ISBN: 9781026115329

Being the Experiences of Two Gentlewomen as Factory Girls (Cram Edition)

Mrs John Van Vorst, Marie Van Vorst, Theodore Roosevelt

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Xpresspress
14 May 2026

Biography: general; Gender studies: women; Industrial relations & safety

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This XpressRead Cram Edition of The Woman Who Toils pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.

""The Woman Who Toils: Being the Experiences of Two Gentlewomen as Factory Girls"" offers a rare and compelling firsthand account of working-class life at the turn of the 20th century. Authors Mrs. John Van Vorst and Marie Van Vorst, writing under their own names, chronicle their experiences working incognito as factory girls, shedding light on the harsh realities of industrialization and the challenges faced by women workers.

This important work of social commentary provides invaluable insight into the conditions of child labor and the daily struggles of the working class in America. Through their direct observations, the authors illuminate the social and political issues surrounding labor and industrial relations, offering a unique perspective on the era's burgeoning reform movements. ""The Woman Who Toils"" stands as a powerful testament to the resilience and strength of those who toiled in factories, making it essential reading for anyone interested in women's studies, labor history, and the social sciences. A meticulously prepared print republication of this historical text.

By: Mrs John Van Vorst, Marie Van Vorst, Theodore Roosevelt
Imprint: Xpresspress
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 14mm
Weight: 363g
ISBN: 9781026115329
ISBN 10: 1026115329
Pages: 256
Publication Date: 14 May 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active