Comstock Women: The Making of a Mining Community

by Ronald M. James

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When it comes to Nevada history, men get most of the ink. Comstock Women is a collection of 14 historical studies that helps to rectify that reality. The authors of these essays, who include some of Nevada's most prominent historians, demographers, and archaeologists, explore such topics as women and politics, jobs, and ethnic groups. Their work goes far in refuting the exaggerated popular images of women in early mining towns as dance hall...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0874172977

ISBN13:9780874172973

Release Date:December 1997

Publisher:University of Nevada Press

Length:408 Pages

Weight:1.35 lbs.

Dimensions:1.0" x 6.3" x 9.2"

Related Subjects

19th Century Education & Reference History Politics & Social Sciences Social Science Social Sciences State & Local Women in History Women's Studies

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