Tycoons, Anarchists, Pinkertons, and Pacifists: A Saga of the 1892 Homestead Strike - Couverture souple
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Tycoons, Anarchists, Pinkertons, and Pacifists: A Sage of the 1892 Homestead Strike
In the sweltering summer of 1892, the industrial town of Homestead, Pennsylvania becomes the epicenter of one of America's most violent labor conflicts. Tycoons, Anarchists, Pinkertons, and Pacifists thrusts readers into this powder keg moment when steelworkers clash with the immense power of Andrew Carnegie's steel empire and the ruthless tactics of his right-hand man, Henry Clay Frick.
Through the eyes of Jason, a weathered steelworker with burn-scarred hands, and his wife Sarah, readers experience the desperate struggle of families living in the shadow of the belching mill. As Frick's decision to slash wages and break the union pushes workers to strike, the arrival of armed Pinkerton agents sets the stage for a bloody confrontation along the Monongahela River.
Meanwhile, passionate revolutionaries Alexander Berkman and Emma Goldman plot a radical response to the capitalist oppression, their personal relationship intensifying alongside their political fervor. When the Pennsylvania militia arrives and Governor Pattison declares martial law, the community's resolve is tested as never before.
This meticulously researched historical novel weaves together the intimate stories of workers, union leaders, industrialists, and radicals, creating a tapestry of courage, betrayal, and sacrifice. Tycoons, Anarchists, Pinkertons, and Pacifists offers a gripping account of the human cost of America's industrial transformation and the enduring struggle for dignity and justice that continues to resonate today.
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. Tycoons, Anarchists, Pinkertons, and Pacifists: A Sage of the 1892 Homestead StrikeIn the sweltering summer of 1892, the industrial town of Homestead, Pennsylvania becomes the epicenter of one of America's most violent labor conflicts. Tycoons, Anarchists, Pinkertons, and Pacifists thrusts readers into this powder keg moment when steelworkers clash with the immense power of Andrew Carnegie's steel empire and the ruthless tactics of his right-hand man, Henry Clay Frick.Through the eyes of Jason, a weathered steelworker with burn-scarred hands, and his wife Sarah, readers experience the desperate struggle of families living in the shadow of the belching mill. As Frick's decision to slash wages and break the union pushes workers to strike, the arrival of armed Pinkerton agents sets the stage for a bloody confrontation along the Monongahela River.Meanwhile, passionate revolutionaries Alexander Berkman and Emma Goldman plot a radical response to the capitalist oppression, their personal relationship intensifying alongside their political fervor. When the Pennsylvania militia arrives and Governor Pattison declares martial law, the community's resolve is tested as never before.This meticulously researched historical novel weaves together the intimate stories of workers, union leaders, industrialists, and radicals, creating a tapestry of courage, betrayal, and sacrifice. Tycoons, Anarchists, Pinkertons, and Pacifists offers a gripping account of the human cost of America's industrial transformation and the enduring struggle for dignity and justice that continues to resonate today. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9798294011833
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. Tycoons, Anarchists, Pinkertons, and Pacifists: A Sage of the 1892 Homestead StrikeIn the sweltering summer of 1892, the industrial town of Homestead, Pennsylvania becomes the epicenter of one of America's most violent labor conflicts. Tycoons, Anarchists, Pinkertons, and Pacifists thrusts readers into this powder keg moment when steelworkers clash with the immense power of Andrew Carnegie's steel empire and the ruthless tactics of his right-hand man, Henry Clay Frick.Through the eyes of Jason, a weathered steelworker with burn-scarred hands, and his wife Sarah, readers experience the desperate struggle of families living in the shadow of the belching mill. As Frick's decision to slash wages and break the union pushes workers to strike, the arrival of armed Pinkerton agents sets the stage for a bloody confrontation along the Monongahela River.Meanwhile, passionate revolutionaries Alexander Berkman and Emma Goldman plot a radical response to the capitalist oppression, their personal relationship intensifying alongside their political fervor. When the Pennsylvania militia arrives and Governor Pattison declares martial law, the community's resolve is tested as never before.This meticulously researched historical novel weaves together the intimate stories of workers, union leaders, industrialists, and radicals, creating a tapestry of courage, betrayal, and sacrifice. Tycoons, Anarchists, Pinkertons, and Pacifists offers a gripping account of the human cost of America's industrial transformation and the enduring struggle for dignity and justice that continues to resonate today. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9798294011833
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