"Good Wives" is a term often used to describe women in the 19th century who adhered to traditional roles within the family and society. These women were expected to be devoted wives and mothers, managing the household and nurturing children. Their primary responsibilities included cooking, cleaning, and providing emotional support to their husbands. The concept is closely associated with the cult of domesticity, which emphasized the importance of women's roles in creating a stable home environment. This ideal often excluded women from professional opportunities and reinforced gender norms that persisted for generations, shaping societal expectations of femininity and family life.