Publisher's Synopsis
A Documentary History of American Industrial Society V8: Labor Movement is a book written by John R. Commons. This book is part of a series that documents the history of industrial society in America. Volume 8 focuses specifically on the labor movement. The book includes primary source documents that describe the labor movement in America from its beginnings in the mid-19th century to the early 20th century. It includes documents from labor unions, government reports, court cases, and other sources that provide insight into the struggles and achievements of American workers during this time period. The book covers topics such as the formation of labor unions, strikes and labor disputes, the role of women and minorities in the labor movement, and the impact of industrialization on workers. It also includes documents related to key figures in the labor movement, such as Eugene V. Debs, Samuel Gompers, and Mother Jones. Overall, A Documentary History of American Industrial Society V8: Labor Movement provides a comprehensive and detailed look at the labor movement in America during a critical period of its history. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of American labor and the struggle for workers' rights.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
