The Girl in Industry

"The Girl in Industry" by Dorothy Josephine Collier is a close look at how factory work during World War I affected the bodies and health of young women. The story tells about the hardships girls faced in factories through interviews and observations of health experts and supervisors. Split into two parts, the book first shows the challenges of long hours, tough conditions, and the sheer physical strain put on girls between 14 and 18 years old, noting problems like tiredness and poor nutrition. Then, it suggests changes to make things better, pushing for shorter workdays, medical check-ups, and kinder workplaces to help these young women grow healthy. The book ultimately makes people think deeply about work and its impact on young female workers during that important time.