Interdisciplinary Investigations of the Boott Mills, Lowell, Massachusetts, Vol

Langue : anglais

Edité par Forgotten Books, 2024

1527862453 / 9781527862456

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Print on Demand. This book explores the fascinating world of mill workers and their lives in Lowell, Massachusetts during the early 19th century. The author takes a unique approach, examining not just the workers' experiences inside the factories, but also the way they lived in the company-owned boardinghouses. The book dives deep into the complex "boardinghouse system" established by the mill corporations, highlighting how this system shaped every aspect of the workers' lives, from where they slept and ate to how they spent their leisure time. The author delves into the design and evolution of these boardinghouses, analyzing their unique architecture and how it both facilitated and constrained the lives of the workers. By examining company correspondence, the author sheds light on the corporations' attempts to exert control over the workersââ ⢠behavior even outside the factory. The book also explores the role of boardinghouse keepers, revealing how their position within the system influenced the social dynamics of the community. Through detailed analysis of archaeological findings from the backlots of the boardinghouses, the author paints a vivid picture of daily life for the workers, showcasing their patterns of consumption, health practices, and even their leisure activities. This book offers a captivating and insightful exploration of the lives of Americaââ â¢s early industrial workforce and demonstrates the power of the "boardinghouse system" in shaping the social fabric of these burgeoning industrial towns. 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.…

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Titre
Interdisciplinary Investigations of the Boott Mills, Lowell, Massachusetts, Vol
Auteur
Mary C. Beaudry, Stephen A. Mrozowski
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Forgotten Books
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2024
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anglais
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1527862453
ISBN à 13 chiffres
9781527862456
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