Roast Beef, Medium: The Business Adventures of Emma McChesney

Language: EnglishPublished: July 1, 2004

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Subjects:

Mothers and sons Fiction McChesney, Emma (Fictitious character)Traveling sales personnel Women sales personnel Businesswomen Adventure stories, American

Bookshelves:

Culture/Civilization/Society Fiction Literature Business/Management

Authors:

Ferber, Edna
1885 - 1968

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About this book

In the early 20th century, as women began to carve out their place in the workforce, "Roast Beef, Medium: The Business Adventures of Emma McChesney" by Edna Ferber captures the essence of this transformative era. The novel follows Emma McChesney, a pioneering traveling saleswoman for T. A. Buck's Featherloom Petticoats, as she deftly balances her career ambitions with personal challenges. Ferber’s sharp wit and keen observations illuminate the struggles and triumphs of women in business, showcasing themes of independence and resilience. Ideal for students and civic activists, this engaging narrative offers a compelling exploration of gender roles and entrepreneurship, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the evolution of women's rights and the dynamics of early 20th-century commerce.