Bread Winning, Or The Ledger And The Lute: An Autobiography (1865)

By Mary Ann S. Barber

Book Overview

Bread Winning, Or The Ledger And The Lute: An Autobiography is a book written by Mary Ann S. Barber and published in 1865. It is an autobiographical account of the author's life, detailing her struggles and successes in the 19th century as a woman who worked to support herself and her family. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Barber's experiences as a bookkeeper and accountant. She describes in detail the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated profession, including the discrimination and sexism she encountered. Despite these obstacles, Barber was able to build a successful career and support her family through her work.The second part of the book focuses on Barber's passion for music and her experiences as a performer and teacher. She recounts her early musical education, her struggles to find opportunities to perform, and her eventual success as a musician and teacher. Throughout the book, Barber emphasizes the importance of hard work, perseverance, and determination in achieving success. She also highlights the struggles faced by women in the 19th century and the need for greater opportunities and equality. Overall, Bread Winning, Or The Ledger And The Lute: An Autobiography is a fascinating and inspiring account of one woman's journey to success in a challenging and often hostile world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166443590
• ISBN13: 9781166443597
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"