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| Author: Ladd-Taylor, Molly. Title: Mother-Work: Women, Child Welfare, and the State, 1890- 1930. Publisher: Urbana and Chicago: University of Illinois Press, 1995. | |
Notes: Details the common interests and concerns of poor and middle class women early in the 20th century around the Shepard-Towner Act (1921), the professionalization of health and welfare societies, and beyond. Annotative Remarks We would very much appreciate any further notes regarding this work. Of particular interest would be any comment upon its usefulness as a teaching vehicle, if applicable, and its age-appropriate level, if below the college level. You may submit annotations via the form below or by email, to newdeal@feri.org. |