Wives and Housewives: A Story for the Times is a novel written by Mary Hooper and published in 1875. The story is set in Victorian England and follows the lives of two women, one a wealthy and privileged wife, and the other a poor and struggling housewife. The novel explores the different roles and expectations placed on women in society during this time period, as well as the challenges they faced in their daily lives. The characters deal with issues such as marriage, family, class, and gender roles, and the novel offers a commentary on the changing social and economic landscape of Victorian England. Through the experiences of the two women, the novel provides a glimpse into the lives of women during this time period and the struggles they faced to find their place in society. Overall, Wives and Housewives is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on Victorian England and the role of women during this time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.