Chapters In The Life Of A Dundee Factory Boy: An Autobiography

By James Myles

Book Overview

""Chapters In The Life Of A Dundee Factory Boy: An Autobiography"" is a memoir written by James Myles about his life growing up as a factory worker in Dundee, Scotland during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Myles recounts his experiences as a young boy working in the jute mills of Dundee, where he labored long hours in difficult conditions to help support his family. He describes the poverty and hardship that he and his family faced, as well as the camaraderie and sense of community that he found among his fellow workers. Throughout the book, Myles reflects on the impact that his experiences in the factory had on his life, both positive and negative. He discusses the toll that the grueling work took on his health and well-being, as well as the ways in which it shaped his character and worldview. He also explores the broader social and economic forces that shaped the lives of working-class people during this period, including the rise of industrialization and the growth of organized labor movements. Ultimately, ""Chapters In The Life Of A Dundee Factory Boy"" offers a vivid and compelling portrait of a bygone era, as well as a powerful testament to the resilience and determination of those who struggled to survive in the face of overwhelming adversity. It is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the experiences of working-class people in Scotland during a time of great social and economic change.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163587559
• ISBN13: 9781163587553
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"