Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of a Labor Agitator, Joseph R. Buchanan is a biographical account of the life and work of Joseph Ray Buchanan, a prominent labor activist and organizer in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is written by Buchanan himself and covers his early life, his involvement in the labor movement, and his experiences as a labor agitator.Buchanan was born in 1871 in Ohio and began working in the coal mines at a young age. He quickly became involved in labor organizing and joined the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) in 1890. Over the course of his career, Buchanan worked tirelessly to improve working conditions and wages for miners and other workers in various industries.The book provides a firsthand account of the struggles and triumphs of the labor movement during this period, including the violent conflicts between workers and management, the formation of labor unions, and the efforts to secure basic rights and protections for workers.Buchanan's story is also a personal one, as he recounts his own experiences with poverty, discrimination, and the challenges of organizing workers from diverse backgrounds. Despite these obstacles, Buchanan remained committed to the cause of labor rights and continued to fight for justice until his death in 1937.Overall, The Story of a Labor Agitator is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the labor movement in America during a critical period of social and economic change.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile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.
