Industrial Unionism In America (1922)

By Marion Dutton Savage

Book Overview

Industrial Unionism In America is a historical account of the labor movement in the United States during the early 20th century. Written by Marion Dutton Savage and originally published in 1922, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the rise of industrial unionism, which was a new form of labor organization that sought to unite workers across different industries and trades.The book covers the origins of industrial unionism, its growth and development, and the challenges it faced from employers, government, and other labor organizations. Savage explores the key figures and events that shaped the movement, including the formation of the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) and the struggles of workers in industries such as mining, textiles, and transportation.Throughout the book, Savage provides a detailed analysis of the tactics and strategies used by industrial unionists, including strikes, boycotts, and direct action. She also examines the ideological and philosophical underpinnings of the movement, including its emphasis on class solidarity and the need for fundamental social and economic change.Overall, Industrial Unionism In America is a seminal work on the history of labor in the United States. It remains a valuable resource for scholars, activists, and anyone interested in understanding the ongoing struggle for workers' rights and social justice.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: 1436881935
• ISBN13: 9781436881937
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"