From Behind The Factory Walls (1922)

By Alexander Zimmerman

Book Overview

From Behind The Factory Walls is a non-fiction book written by Alexander Zimmerman and published in 1922. The book is a detailed account of the working conditions and lives of factory workers in the early 20th century. Zimmerman, who was a social worker and an advocate for workers' rights, spent several years working in factories and observing the lives of the workers. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the factory workers' lives. The first chapter provides an overview of the factory system and the working conditions in factories. The subsequent chapters delve deeper into topics such as the physical and mental health of the workers, their wages and working hours, and the impact of the factory system on their families and communities.Zimmerman's writing is characterized by a clear and straightforward style, and he uses a wealth of statistical data and personal anecdotes to support his arguments. The book is also notable for its focus on the experiences of women and children in factories, who were often overlooked in discussions of labor issues at the time.Overall, From Behind The Factory Walls is a compelling and informative account of the lives of factory workers in the early 20th century. It provides a valuable historical perspective on the development of the labor movement and the struggles of workers to improve their working conditions and achieve greater rights and protections.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: 1163880566
• ISBN13: 9781163880562
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"