Publisher's Synopsis
""History of Labor in the United States V2"" is a comprehensive book written by John Rogers Commons and published in 1918. The book provides a detailed account of the labor movement in the United States from the colonial period to the early 20th century. It covers various aspects of labor history, including the rise of labor unions, the struggles of workers for better wages and working conditions, the impact of industrialization on labor, and the role of government in regulating labor relations.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular period or theme in labor history. It begins with a discussion of the early labor movement in the colonial period and the formation of the first labor unions in the early 19th century. It then goes on to examine the impact of the Civil War and Reconstruction on labor relations and the emergence of the Knights of Labor and other national labor organizations.The book also covers the rise of the American Federation of Labor (AFL) and the struggles of workers in the late 19th and early 20th centuries for better wages, shorter hours, and safer working conditions. It discusses the role of women and minorities in the labor movement and the challenges they faced in organizing and fighting for their rights.Overall, ""History of Labor in the United States V2"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of labor and the struggles of workers for better working conditions and economic justice in the United States. It provides a comprehensive overview of the labor movement from its early beginnings to the early 20th century and sheds light on the important role of labor unions and workers in shaping American society and economy.Also Authored By E. B. Mittelman, H. E. Hoagland, John B. Andrews, And Selig Perlman. With An Introductory Note By Henry W. Farnam.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.
