The American Federation Of Labor (1898)

By Morton Arnold Aldrich

Book Overview

The American Federation of Labor is a historical book written by Morton Arnold Aldrich in 1898. It provides an in-depth analysis of the American Federation of Labor, which was a national federation of labor unions in the United States. The book explores the history of the organization, its structure, and its impact on the labor movement in America.Aldrich's book delves into the origins of the American Federation of Labor, tracing its roots back to the National Labor Union and the Knights of Labor. He discusses the key figures involved in the formation of the federation, including Samuel Gompers, who served as its first president.The book also provides an overview of the structure of the American Federation of Labor, including its various departments and committees. Aldrich examines the role of the federation in promoting the interests of workers, advocating for better working conditions and wages, and fighting against discrimination and exploitation.Throughout the book, Aldrich offers a critical analysis of the American Federation of Labor, discussing both its successes and shortcomings. He explores the challenges faced by the organization, including conflicts with other labor unions and political opposition from business interests.Overall, The American Federation of Labor is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the labor movement in America. Aldrich's detailed analysis provides valuable insights into the role of labor unions in promoting social and economic justice, as well as the challenges they face in achieving their goals.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: 116692369X
• ISBN13: 9781166923693
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 60 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"