In 1880, it seemed a bit hard to admit that a well bred young Victorian girl might actually have to "earn" her own keep -- but some writers realized that this was, in fact, the case. So what types of careers would be appropriate for a proper young lady?
Tips on careers in farming, teaching, reporting and shorthand, teaching deaf-mutes, plus a variety of artistic endeavours such as wood carving, painting china, flower-making, frame-making, mosaics, etc.
A very detailed overview of this particular career, listing places to train, the types of fees one will pay during training, and the salary one can expect.