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Farms, Factories, and Families: The Changing Nature of Work in the United States

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The history of work in the United States is a story of change. In the early days of the country, most people worked on farms. But as the country industrialized, more and more people began to work in factories. And in recent years, the number of people working in service industries has grown rapidly.

Farms, Factories, and Families: Italian American Women of Connecticut (Excelsior Editions)

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These changes in the nature of work have had a profound impact on families. In the past, when most people worked on farms, families were typically large and close-knit. Children were expected to help out with the work on the farm, and they learned the value of hard work and cooperation. But as more and more people moved to cities to work in factories, families began to change.

In factories, workers were often separated from their families for long periods of time. This made it difficult for parents to raise their children, and it led to a decline in the size of families. In addition, the long hours and low wages that factory workers often endured made it difficult for them to provide for their families.

In recent years, the number of people working in service industries has grown rapidly. This has led to a new set of challenges for families. Service industry jobs often pay low wages, and they often require workers to work irregular hours. This can make it difficult for parents to balance work and family life.

The changing nature of work in the United States has had a significant impact on families. In the past, when most people worked on farms, families were typically large and close-knit. But as the country industrialized, families began to change. In factories, workers were often separated from their families for long periods of time, and this led to a decline in the size of families. In recent years, the number of people working in service industries has grown rapidly, and this has led to a new set of challenges for families.

The future of work in the United States is uncertain. But it is clear that the changes that have taken place in recent years have had a profound impact on families. It is important to be aware of these changes and their impact on families so that we can develop policies and programs that support families in the changing economy.

Farms, Factories, and Families: Italian American Women of Connecticut (Excelsior Editions)

by Anthony V. Riccio

4.8 out of 5