Publisher's Synopsis
The Bitter Cry of the Children is a non-fiction book written by John Spargo and published in 1906. The book is a powerful expos����� of child labor in the United States during the early 20th century. Spargo, a prominent socialist and labor activist, traveled across the country to investigate the working conditions of children in factories, mines, and other industries. He documented the physical and emotional harm inflicted upon children who were forced to work long hours in dangerous and unsanitary conditions. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a comprehensive overview of child labor in America, including its history, prevalence, and impact on children's health and education. Spargo argues that child labor is not only harmful to children, but also undermines the economic and social well-being of the nation as a whole. The second part of the book consists of personal stories and interviews with child laborers and their families. Spargo describes the heartbreaking experiences of children who were separated from their families, forced to work in hazardous conditions, and subjected to physical and emotional abuse by their employers. He also highlights the efforts of social reformers and labor activists to end child labor and improve the lives of working-class families. Overall, The Bitter Cry of the Children is a powerful indictment of the exploitation of children in American industry. It helped to galvanize public opinion and political action against child labor, leading to the passage of federal legislation in 1916 that restricted the employment of children in certain industries. The book remains a classic of American social reform literature and a testament to the power of investigative journalism in exposing social injustice.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.
