In conversation with a "Musicologist" years ago, I was told that the reason for the absence of songs, by and for women, in his collection of Appalachian mountain music was because women in the area did NO writing/singing in the 18th century, as "times were hard and they were too busy". After a few more questions, the truth was that he had, inadvertently or not, neglected to ASK the women in the homes he visited. "DO IT"...Catspaw...and if you're able to unearth and include more songs written by women, sign me up for an advanced purchase!