This groundbreaking work of social history explores the experiences of women working in the trades in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at the turn of the 20th century. Drawing on first-hand accounts and contemporary sources, the authors paint a vivid picture of the challenges and triumphs of women who broke down barriers and entered the male-dominated world of the skilled trades. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of women's rights and the labor movement.

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