institutions aided me patiently and skillfully in my research: The Library of
Congress, New York Public Library, Rochester Public Library, SUNY-Geneseo,
and the University of Rochester.

Numerous scholars talked with me and provided insights concerning aspects
of this book. I thank Lynn Gordon, Susan Henry, Joan Shelley Rubin, and
Jennifer Scanlon. I am especially appreciative of the efforts of Mary Carsky and
Julia Walker, who read drafts of this book. John Tebbel offered encouragement
and a wealth of knowledge throughout this process.

SUNY-Geneseo granted me several leaves to work on this project.
Colleagues in the School of Business at Geneseo have always been supportive
of my interest in women's magazines, which I appreciate.

A number of talented students assisted me with this book, including
Gretchen Teal, Lisa Graulich, Ella Frankel, Sue Geraci, and Brendan Higgins.

Many people helped me in nonacademic ways during the years of writing
this book and I thank them all. I would specifically like to thank the following
individuals: Ann Berzak, Lois Camphausen, Joanne Gerr, Marge Hopkins,
Ginny Keck, Carol Malach, Marjorie Baker Price, Susan Benjamin Rubenstein,
and Ilene Wexler.

My sons David and Yoni provided me with a wonderful reason to take
breaks from work on this book. They also helped me truly understand the value
of much of the homemaking and parenting information in the women's journals.

My final and most important thanks go to my husband Miron, who has
always believed in me and this book. He shared in the joys and difficulties of
writing the book, and provided love and strength throughout.

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