Publisher's Synopsis
The English Factory Legislation (1873) is a historical book written by Ernst Edler Von Plener. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the factory laws in England during the 19th century. It covers the period from the early 1800s, when the first factory acts were introduced, to the mid-1800s, when the laws were revised and strengthened.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the factory laws. The first chapter provides an overview of the early factory acts and their impact on the working conditions of factory workers. The subsequent chapters delve deeper into the various provisions of the laws, such as the regulation of working hours, child labor, and safety measures.Throughout the book, Plener presents a balanced view of the factory laws, highlighting both their strengths and weaknesses. He also provides insights into the political and social context in which the laws were enacted, and the various factors that influenced their development.Overall, The English Factory Legislation (1873) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of labor laws and the working conditions of factory workers in England during the 19th century. It provides a detailed and insightful account of the factory laws and their impact on society, and is a must-read for historians, scholars, and students of labor history.With An Introduction.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.
