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The Irish Bridget: Irish Immigrant Women In Domestic Service In America, 18401930 (Irish Studies)
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Bridget Was The Irish Immigrant Servant Girl Who Worked In American Homes From The Second Half Of The Nineteenth Century Into The Early Years Of The Twentieth. She Is Widely Known As A Pop Culture Clich: The Young Girl Who Wreaked Havoc In Middleclass American Homes. Now, In The First Booklength Treatment Of The Topic, Margaret Lynchbrennan Tells The Real Story Of Such Irish Domestic Servants, Providing A Richly Detailed Portrait Of Their Lives And Experiences. Drawing On Personal Correspondence And Other Primary Sources, Lynchbrennan Gives Voice To These Young Irish Women And Celebrates Their Untold Contribution To The Ethnic History Of The United States. In Addition, Recognizing The Interest Of Scholars In Contemporary Domestic Service, She Devotes One Chapter To Comparing Bridgets Experience To That Of Other Ethnic Women Over Time In Domestic Service In America.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Irish Bridget'? A: 'The Irish Bridget' explores the lives of Irish immigrant women who worked in domestic service in America from 1840 to 1930, highlighting their experiences and contributions.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Margaret Lynch-Brennan.
- Q: What type of book is 'The Irish Bridget'? A: 'The Irish Bridget' is a hardcover book categorized under Irish Studies, specifically focusing on immigrants.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 232 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, it is suitable for academic study, as it draws on primary sources and provides a detailed analysis of the experiences of Irish domestic servants.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: When was 'The Irish Bridget' published? A: 'The Irish Bridget' was published on April 30, 2009.
- Q: Does the book compare Irish domestic servants to other ethnic groups? A: Yes, one chapter of the book compares the experiences of Irish domestic servants to those of other ethnic women in domestic service over time.
- Q: What is the significance of the term 'Bridget' in the context of this book? A: The term 'Bridget' refers to the stereotype of Irish immigrant servant girls who worked in American homes, serving as a pop culture reference throughout the book.
- Q: Can this book be used to understand the broader history of domestic service in America? A: Yes, it provides insights into the history of domestic service in America, particularly the role of immigrant women.