Domestic Service and Gender, 1660-1750 Life and work in the London household
A revealing account of life below the stairs, based on close examination of court records and other documentary evidence, this book explores the gendered nature of domestic service, and makes a valuable contribution to the "separate spheres" debate.
A revealing account of life below the stairs, based on close examination of court records and other documentary evidence, this book explores the gendered nature of domestic service, and makes a valuable contribution to the "separate spheres" debate.