Belles On Their Toes
By Frank Gilbreth Jr and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey
Publisher: Thomas Y Crowell Company
Copyright 1950
NOTE: The prior owner has his inscription-name on the inside cover page. Unknown background.
NOTE: See photos for condition and wear on book spine
"Belles on Their Toes" is a humorous and heartwarming memoir by Frank Gilbreth Jr. and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey, continuing the story begun in "Cheaper by the Dozen." The book chronicles the chaotic and often hilarious lives of the Gilbreth family after the death of their father, efficiency expert Frank Gilbreth Sr. The narrative focuses on their mother, Lillian Moller Gilbreth, also an efficiency expert, as she balances her career and raises her large family, applying her time-motion studies principles to the challenges of household management and family life. The book celebrates the family's resilience, their unconventional approach to life, and the enduring power of love and humor in the face of adversity.
Frank Gilbreth Jr. and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey were siblings and co-authors who shared their family's unique and entertaining story with the world. Their achievements lie in their ability to capture the essence of their extraordinary upbringing and to portray their parents, particularly their mother, Lillian, as remarkable and inspiring figures. Through their writing, they provided a glimpse into a time of social change and offered a humorous perspective on family dynamics and the application of scientific principles to everyday life. Their books, including "Belles on Their Toes," became popular for their heartwarming anecdotes and their ability to entertain and uplift readers.
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