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Biting the Dust traces the evolution of house cleaning in America, beginning with the experiences of Hannah Cullwick in the 1830s and moving through subsequent decades. Drawing on historical records and contemporary accounts, the book examines how cleaning rituals reflected broader social customs, domestic technology, and shifts in household roles. It offers insights into the cultural significance of cleanliness within the changing landscape of American home life.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: History/Modern History
Authors: Margaret Horsfield
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