"Practical Suggestions for Mother and Housewife" by Marion Mills Miller is an early 20th-century manual offering advice to women about home management, education, and personal growth within a changing world. Starting with an introduction that honors women's history, it stresses their vital role in family and society while noting the rise of women in many fields. The book encourages self-improvement and readiness for homemaking duties, focusing first on single women and the value of education for jobs like teaching, journalism, and managing households. The author empowers women, pushing them to actively shape their lives, whether they stay single or marry.
Practical Suggestions for Mother and Housewife
By Marion Mills Miller
Discover how women in the early 1900s were encouraged to embrace both traditional roles and new opportunities through education and self-improvement.
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