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“There is no door at which the hand of woman has knocked for admission into a new field of toil but there have been found on the other side the hands of strong and generous men eager to turn it for her, almost before she knocks.”

Quote by Olive Schreiner

Work

Woman and Labor

This book delves into the historical, social, and economic aspects of women's participation in various forms of employment, analyzing the challenges and achievements they have faced over time. more

Author

Olive Schreiner
Olive Schreiner

Olive Schreiner was a prominent South African author and feminist, born on March 24, 1855, and passing away on December 11, 1920. She is best known for her novel 'The Story of an African Farm', which is considered a classic of South African literature. Schreiner's work often focused on the social and political issues of her time, particularly the struggles of women and the plight of the indigenous people in South Africa. more

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