Fishwife
Fishwives were no ordinary market vendors; they were the vibrant, boisterous women of fishing ports and docks who sold fish with fiery voices and quick wit. Starting early at dawn, they braved harsh weather and physical labor, often haggling fiercely with customers.
Beyond economic power, fishwives shaped local culture and community spirit, commanding respect despite their rough reputations. As modern supply chains and supermarkets emerged, the traditional fishwife faded, replaced by sanitized, packaged seafood in stores.
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