Dr. Helen Mccarthy

Biography

Helen McCarthy's research focuses on the politics, society, and culture of Britain in the late 19th century. She pays particular attention to the histories of women and gender, as well as marriage and family dynamics. McCarthy emphasizes the intersecting decision-making processes involved in both paid and unpaid work. She studies the dynamics of labour markets and the cultures present in workplaces during this historical period. Through her work, she contributes to a deeper understanding of the role that gender and family structures played in shaping social and economic outcomes in late Victorian society.

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