Publisher's Synopsis
in 1911 McKimmon became North Carolina's first state home demonstration agent. In those days the home agent was a combination of errand girl, family counselor, emergency nurse, and instructor in housekeeping techniques. This is the story of the people with whom McKimmon worked for twenty-six years in the capacity of a home demonstration agent. Originally published in 1945. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.
