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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book plunges into the heart of a pivotal moment in American labor history: the Lawrence textile strike of 1912. The author meticulously reconstructs the events surrounding the strike, offering a detailed account of the political, social, and economic factors that led to this explosive conflict. The book delves into the lives of the largely immigrant workforce in Lawrence, revealing the harsh realities of their working conditions, low wages, and the struggle for basic rights in a rapidly industrializing nation. The author explores the clash of ideologies at the heart of the strike, examining the strategies and rhetoric employed by the burgeoning Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) and contrasting them with the tactics of the established trade unions. The book also delves into the complex dynamics of the strike, exploring the roles of mill owners, local officials, and the Massachusetts state government in shaping the events. Ultimately, this book serves as a powerful chronicle of a defining moment in the struggle for labor rights in the early 20th century, illuminating the changing power dynamics in American society as industry and immigration reshaped the nation's social fabric. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780332346793_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780332346793
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