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By: Sinclair Lewis (1885-1951)
In “The Job” by Sinclair Lewis, the reader is taken on a captivating journey through the life of the protagonist, Una Golden, as she navigates the challenges of working in a male-dominated industry.
Lewis brilliantly captures the struggles and triumphs of Una as she fights against societal expectations and carves out her own path in the world of advertising. The character development is superb, with Una evolving from a timid newcomer to a confident and respected professional.
The author’s insightful commentary on gender roles, workplace dynamics, and societal norms is thought-provoking and relevant even today. The story is both compelling and relatable, making it a must-read for anyone interested in issues of gender equality and the complexities of the modern workplace.
Overall, “The Job” is a captivating and powerful novel that will leave readers reflecting on the impact of gender bias in the workplace and the importance of standing up for oneself in the face of adversity. Highly recommended.
Book Description:
‘The Job’ is an early work by American novelist Sinclair Lewis. It is considered an early declaration of the rights of working women. The focus is on the main character, Una Golden, who desires to establish herself in a legitimate occupation while balancing the eventual need for marriage. The story takes place in the early 1900-1920’s and takes Una from a small Pennsylvania town to New York. Forced to work due to family illness, Una shows a talent for the traditional male bastion of commercial real estate and, while valued by her company, she struggles to achieve the same status of her male coworkers. On a parallel track, her quest for traditional romance and love is important but her unique role as a working woman… makes it tough to find an appropriate suitor.
