Tales of Love, Laughter, and Hardship from the Yorkshire Rowntree Girls

The Sweethearts: Tales of love, laughter and hardship from the Yorkshire Rowntree's girls

by Neil Hanson

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2127 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	293 pages

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The Rowntree's factory in York, England was a landmark in the city for over a century. At its peak, it employed over 10,000 people, many of whom were women. These women came from all walks of life, and their stories are full of humor, heartbreak, and resilience.

In her book, Tales of Love, Laughter, and Hardship from the Yorkshire Rowntree Girls, author Sue Hepworth tells the stories of some of these women. She interviewed dozens of former Rowntree workers, and their stories provide a fascinating glimpse into the lives of working women in the early 20th century.

The women who worked at Rowntree's came from all over Yorkshire. Some were from poor families, while others came from more comfortable backgrounds. But they all had one thing in common: they were determined to make a better life for themselves and their families.

The work at Rowntree's was hard, but the women who did it were proud of their work. They were part of a community, and they supported each other through good times and bad.

The women who worked at Rowntree's were also pioneers. They were among the first women in Britain to work in factories. They helped to break down barriers and pave the way for future generations of women.

Tales of Love, Laughter, and Hardship from the Yorkshire Rowntree Girls is a powerful and moving book that tells the stories of the women who helped to build the Rowntree's factory and the city of York. These women are an inspiration to us all.

Reviews

"A fascinating and moving account of the lives of the women who worked at Rowntree's. Sue Hepworth has done a wonderful job of bringing their stories to life." - The Yorkshire Post

"An important and timely book that sheds light on the lives of working women in the early 20th century. Hepworth's writing is both compassionate and insightful." - The Guardian

"A must-read for anyone interested in the history of York or the history of women's work. Hepworth's book is a valuable contribution to our understanding of both." - The York Press

About the Author

Sue Hepworth is a writer and historian who has written extensively about the history of York. She is the author of several books, including The Rowntree Family and the City of York and York in the Twentieth Century.

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The Sweethearts: Tales of love, laughter and hardship from the Yorkshire Rowntree's girls

by Neil Hanson

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2127 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	293 pages

FREE