Today, social and economic pressures affect the traditional role of the
homemaker. Emphasis is placed on the working world instead of home life,
and many struggle to function in several roles at once. This
increasingly hectic climate has tended to downgrade of the work of the
homemaker.
Taking a spiritual perspective inspired by Rudolf Steiner, Veronika van
Duin suggests that homemaking needs to be undertaken consciously as an
honored and valued area of work, as nothing less than a "social art."
She asserts that, by elevating our regard for the homemaker, we can
enjoy a happier and more contented family and home life.
The author does not claim any blueprint for perfect homemaking, but
offers principles and observations based on a study of the seven "life
processes" and how they affect us. She addresses the significance of
rhythm, relationships, artistic environment, caring, self-development,
and much more in this invaluable book.