Anthony V. Riccio's New Oral Histories Collection Illuminates Experiences of Italian American Working Women

Apr 16, 2014 1062

In the first half of the twentieth century, Italian American women were born into a life of work. From as young as four or five years old, they were expected to assist in the house or on the farm, leaving school if necessary, to help support the family.

The stories of these women, who could keep up with any man, have been mostly provided by narratives from a male perspective. This book changes all of that.

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Fonte: Magna Grece

 

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