Factory Daughters

Discover the compelling insights of Factory Daughters by Diane Lauren Wolf, published by the University of California Press in 1994. This thought-provoking book spans 338 pages and delves into the lives of Javanese women living in rural Java. Wolf intricately examines the households where these women reside and the factories where they work, shedding light on the contradictions, constraints, and transformations they face in their daily lives.

Through her anthropological lens, Wolf explores the complex interplay of class, gender, agrarian change, and industrialization, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the socio-economic dynamics at play in the Third World. Factory Daughters is an essential read for those interested in gender studies, sociology, and labor economics, offering a rich perspective on women's experiences in a rapidly changing world.