Home Problems from a New Standpoint by Caroline Louisa Hunt

"Home Problems from a New Standpoint" by Caroline Louisa Hunt is a socio-economic treatise written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the evolving role of the home within society and discusses how domestic responsibilities and frameworks are crucial to addressing broader social issues, particularly regarding the needs and potential of women. The book is likely to address the interconnectivity between household management, individual fulfillment, and societal change. The opening of the text introduces the concept that the home plays a significant role in what is termed "The Social Problem." It emphasizes that as society has evolved, the complexities of household management have grown, leading to women taking on new responsibilities beyond the home. By incorporating perspectives from various thinkers, Hunt aims to explore how homes can be centers of development, not just for families but for society as a whole, suggesting that a well-managed household can uplift the quality of life for all involved. This exploration sets the stage for Hunt's detailed discussion on the necessity of balancing personal desires with the demands of domestic life and the community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Hunt, Caroline Louisa, 1865-1927
LoC No. 08024278
Title Home Problems from a New Standpoint
Contents More life for woman -- More life for man -- More life for the household employee -- More physical vigor for all -- More joy in mere living -- More beauty for all -- More pleasure for the producer of household stuff -- More conscience for the consumer -- New work for the home.
Credits Produced by Chuck Greif & The Online Distributed
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Internet Archive)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 51.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender
Subject Home
Category Text
eBook-No. 49669
Release Date
Last Update Oct 24, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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