The number of hours women devote to housework has not changed since 1930, despite all the advances. All the vacuum cleaners, washer-dryers, trash compactors, garbage disposals, wash-and-wear fabrics … Why does it still take as long to clean the house as it did in 1930?
Despite numerous technological advancements in home appliances, women still dedicate the same amount of time to housework as they did in 1930. This persistence raises questions about the nature of household chores, which remain demanding irrespective of the tools available. Innovations such as vacuum cleaners and washer-dryers were expected to reduce the time spent on cleaning tasks, yet the reality is that the time commitment has not decreased.
Michael Crichton, in...
