A History of Trade Unionism in the United States by Selig Perlman

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Author Perlman, Selig, 1888-1959
LoC No. 22020181
Title A History of Trade Unionism in the United States
Note Reading ease score: 46.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary "A History of Trade Unionism in the United States" by Selig Perlman is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the evolution of trade unions and labor movements in the United States, tracing their development from early beginnings to more organized efforts. Perlman aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the struggles, successes, and failures faced by laborers as they sought to improve their conditions and assert their rights in a rapidly industrializing society. The opening of the book sets the stage by acknowledging the influential labor history research led by Professor John R. Commons and his collaborators. Perlman introduces the early labor movements before the Civil War, outlining notable strikes and the formative organizations that laid the groundwork for unionism in America. He discusses the challenges faced by laborers, including the lack of cohesive organization and aggressive opposition from employers, emphasizing the importance of solidarity among workers from various trades. The author highlights key events, such as the first genuine labor strikes in the late 18th century and the establishment of permanent trade societies, illustrating how these early struggles were essential in shaping the broader labor movement that would follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HD: Social sciences: Economic history and conditions, Production
Subject Labor unions -- United States -- History
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EBook-No. 14458
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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