A 1950s Housewife: Marriage and Homemaking in the 1950s

A 1950s Housewife: Marriage and Homemaking in the 1950s

A nostalgic look at what it was like to be a housewife in the 1950s

Being a housewife in the 1950s was quite different than today. Women were expected to create a spotless home, delicious meals, and an inviting bedroom. From the perils of "courting" to the inevitable list of wedding gifts to the household tips that any self-respecting new wife should know, this book collects heartwarming personal anecdotes from women who embarked on married life during this fascinating post-war period, providing a trip down memory lane for any wife or child of the 1950s.
Country USA
Brand History Press
Manufacturer The History Press
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 10 black & white illustrations
ReleaseDate 2015-10-05
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780750964142