The Employments of Women: A Cyclopædia of Woman's Work

A practical cyclopaedia that surveys occupations available to women, compiling statistics, concise descriptions of tasks, training needed, and likely earnings. The author reports on visits to factories, workshops, and offices and summarizes firsthand observations and interviews to assess the feasibility of various pursuits, pointing out overcrowded trades and underused openings. Entries offer qualifications, methods of entry, and economic prospects, while commentary advocates widening access to trades and fair compensation. The work is organized as a business manual aimed at women seeking self-support, with pragmatic guidance for single women, widows, and those advising or training them.