ISBN: 9780259200413 - the company doctor: an american story (classic reprint) (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the harsh realities faced by Irish and Eastern European immigrants forced to work in the treacherous coal mines of the Pennsylvania anthracite industry in the late 19th century. Amidst the bleak surroundings and ruthless exploitation by mine operators, a young doctor must grapple with the moral dilemmas of working as a Company Doctor, obligated to treat the very laborers he knows are being mistreated. The author delves into themes of class struggle, corporate greed, and the human cost of industrial capitalism and paints a vivid portrait of an era marked by both hardship and resilience. Through the compelling narrative, this book illuminates the plight of marginalized workers and their fight for dignity in the face of adversity, offering a valuable historical lens into the struggles that continue to shape labor relations. 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.…