This is an original, accessible, and comprehensive survey of life as it was experienced by most Englishwomen during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. The authors examine virtually all aspects of women's lives: female life-stages from birth to death; the separate culture of women, including female friendship and feminist consciousness; the diverse roles of women in the religious and political movements of the day; and the effect of prevailing perceptions of gender differences. Comparisons are made between the makeshift economy of poor women and the occupational identities, and preoccupations, of the middling and elite classes. This fascinating and well-illustrated book reconstructs the mental and material world of Tudor and Stuart women. It will become the standard text on the subject.

The Women of England, Their Social Duties, and Domestic Habits by Mrs. Ellis: First published in 1839, this classic guide to women's social roles and domestic responsibilities offers a fascinating glimpse into the gender norms and expectations of Victorian England. From housekeeping to charity work to motherhood, Mrs. Ellis provides practical advice for women seeking to fulfill their societal obligations. Key Aspects of the Book "The Women of England, Their Social Duties, and Domestic Habits": Historical Insight: The book provides a valuable primary source for understanding women's lives in Victorian England. Glimpse into Society: Through Mrs. Ellis's writing, readers can see the societal norms and expectations that shaped women's lives and attitudes. Practical Advice: Whether discussing child-rearing, etiquette, or charity work, the author's advice offers a unique perspective on domestic life in the 19th century. Mrs. Ellis was the pseudonym of Sarah Stickney Ellis, a British author and philanthropist born in 1799. Her works on social etiquette and domestic life were widely read and respected in her time, and The Women of England remains a fascinating glimpse into the attitudes and values of the era.