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Job

Written by: Sinclair Lewis
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 The Job is an early masterpiece by American novelist Sinclair Lewis, serving as a groundbreaking declaration of the rights of working women. The narrative follows Una Golden, a determined young woman striving to carve out her own professional identity while navigating the societal pressures of marriage in the early 1900s. From her humble beginnings in a small Pennsylvania town to the bustling streets of New York City, Unas journey is sparked by a family crisis that compels her to work. She discovers her aptitude for the male-dominated world of commercial real estate, earning respect in her company, yet she grapples with the disparities in status compared to her male colleagues. Alongside her professional ambitions, Una’s pursuit of love adds another layer of complexity, as her unique position as a working woman complicates her search for the perfect partner. (Summary by Wikipedia)Copyright Culture and Heritage classics Art Science Social Sciences
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  • 026 - Part 3 - Man and Woman Ch 23

    026 - Part 3 - Man and Woman Ch 23
    Feb 17 2026
    The Job is an early masterpiece by American novelist Sinclair Lewis, serving as a groundbreaking declaration of the rights of working women. The narrative follows Una Golden, a determined young woman striving to carve out her own professional identity while navigating the societal pressures of marriage in the early 1900s. From her humble beginnings in a small Pennsylvania town to the bustling streets of New York City, Unas journey is sparked by a family crisis that compels her to work. She discovers her aptitude for the male-dominated world of commercial real estate, earning respect in her company, yet she grapples with the disparities in status compared to her male colleagues. Alongside her professional ambitions, Una’s pursuit of love adds another layer of complexity, as her unique position as a working woman complicates her search for the perfect partner. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    5 mins
  • 025 - Part 3 - Man and Woman Ch 22

    025 - Part 3 - Man and Woman Ch 22
    Feb 17 2026
    The Job is an early masterpiece by American novelist Sinclair Lewis, serving as a groundbreaking declaration of the rights of working women. The narrative follows Una Golden, a determined young woman striving to carve out her own professional identity while navigating the societal pressures of marriage in the early 1900s. From her humble beginnings in a small Pennsylvania town to the bustling streets of New York City, Unas journey is sparked by a family crisis that compels her to work. She discovers her aptitude for the male-dominated world of commercial real estate, earning respect in her company, yet she grapples with the disparities in status compared to her male colleagues. Alongside her professional ambitions, Una’s pursuit of love adds another layer of complexity, as her unique position as a working woman complicates her search for the perfect partner. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    32 mins
  • 024 - Part 3 - Man and Woman Ch 21

    024 - Part 3 - Man and Woman Ch 21
    Feb 17 2026
    The Job is an early masterpiece by American novelist Sinclair Lewis, serving as a groundbreaking declaration of the rights of working women. The narrative follows Una Golden, a determined young woman striving to carve out her own professional identity while navigating the societal pressures of marriage in the early 1900s. From her humble beginnings in a small Pennsylvania town to the bustling streets of New York City, Unas journey is sparked by a family crisis that compels her to work. She discovers her aptitude for the male-dominated world of commercial real estate, earning respect in her company, yet she grapples with the disparities in status compared to her male colleagues. Alongside her professional ambitions, Una’s pursuit of love adds another layer of complexity, as her unique position as a working woman complicates her search for the perfect partner. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    13 mins
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