Heads And Hands: In The World Of Labor (1865)

By William Garden Blaikie

Book Overview

Heads and Hands: In the World of Labor is a book written by William Garden Blaikie in 1865. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the labor industry during the 19th century, focusing on the relationship between workers and their employers. Blaikie explores the working conditions of various industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, and mining, and discusses the challenges faced by workers in each field. The book also delves into the political and social factors that influenced the labor industry during this time period, including the rise of industrialization and the emergence of labor unions. Blaikie provides a detailed analysis of the role of education and training in the labor industry, arguing that they are essential for improving the lives of workers and creating a more equitable society.Throughout the book, Blaikie emphasizes the importance of improving the lives of workers and creating a fair and just society. He argues that the success of any society depends on the well-being of its workers and that it is the responsibility of employers and policymakers to ensure that workers are treated fairly and have access to the resources they need to succeed.Overall, Heads and Hands: In the World of Labor is a thought-provoking and insightful book that provides a valuable historical perspective on the labor industry during the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of labor relations and the ongoing struggle for workers' rights.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: 1104255812
• ISBN13: 9781104255817
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 276 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"