Isbn: 9781330248607 - Household Management (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a vast collection of essays and discussions regarding the role of home economics in the development of a more comfortable and prosperous modern American life. This text traces the evolution of the profession and the concepts behind it from its historical origins to its present-day applications and importance. The author examines the roles of both men and women in this field and considers the social, economic, and cultural significance of home economics. The text includes a collection of budgets and case studies discussing the importance of budgeting and wise spending for families from various backgrounds, as well as ethical consumerism and responsible investment. The author emphasizes how home economics provides essential knowledge and practical skills that contribute directly to the advancement of general prosperity and well-being of society. The insights in this book will appeal to scholars and practitioners in the field of home economics, as well as those interested in the history of domestic labor and the changing nature of work and the home in the United States. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…