Title
Factory Girl,New
Delivery time: 8-12 business days (International)
At The Dingy, Overcrowded Acme Garment Factory, Emily Watson Stands For Eleven Hours A Day Clipping Threads From Blouses. Every Time The Boss Passes, He Shouts At Her To Snip Faster. But If Emily Snips Too Fast, She Could Ruin The Garment And Be Docked Pay. If She Works Too Slowly, She Will Be Fired. She Desperately Needs This Job. Without The Four Dollars A Week It Brings, Her Family Will Starve. When A Reporter Arrives, Determined To Expose The Terrible Conditions In The Factory, Emily Finds Herself Caught Between The Desperate Immigrant Girls With Whom She Works And The Hope Of Change. Then Tragedy Strikes, And Emily Must Decide Where Her Loyalties Lie. Emily'S Fictional Experiences Are Interwoven With Nonfiction Sections Describing Family Life In A Slum, The Fight To Improve Social Conditions, The Plight Of Working Children Then And Now, And Much More. Rarely Seen Archival Photos Accompany This Story Of The Past As Only Barbara Greenwood Can Tell It.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Factory Girl'? A: 'Factory Girl' explores the challenging conditions faced by workers in the Acme Garment Factory, highlighting the struggles of immigrant girls seeking better lives amid harsh labor conditions.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Factory Girl'? A: The author of 'Factory Girl' is Barbara Greenwood, known for blending fictional narratives with historical facts.
- Q: What is the page count of 'Factory Girl'? A: 'Factory Girl' has a total of 136 pages, making it a concise read that covers important social issues.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Factory Girl' have? A: 'Factory Girl' is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a quality feel for readers.
- Q: In what year was 'Factory Girl' published? A: 'Factory Girl' was published on February 1, 2007.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: 'Factory Girl' is categorized as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it has been previously owned but remains in acceptable shape for reading.
- Q: What age group is 'Factory Girl' suitable for? A: 'Factory Girl' is suitable for middle-grade readers and up, appealing to those interested in historical fiction and social issues.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or photos in 'Factory Girl'? A: 'Factory Girl' includes rarely seen archival photos that complement the story and provide historical context.
- Q: What is the significance of the setting in 'Factory Girl'? A: The setting of the Acme Garment Factory serves to illustrate the difficult working conditions and social injustices faced by factory workers during that era.
- Q: Can 'Factory Girl' be used as an educational resource? A: 'Factory Girl' can be an excellent educational resource for discussions on social conditions, labor rights, and the history of working children.