That was a time when women were dependent on men for pretty much their existence (no jobs, no college, no miney etc.....) and lived at home until they were married off.
What is the percentage of men do you think would be ok with their wife (or potential wife) staying home, not working, not furthering their education, etc...? What percentage of men do you think would even fuck with a woman who wasn't working, furthering their education, etc....?
This shit is over your head and under your feet. Stick to Men.