The Iron Puddler: My Life In The Rolling Mills And What Came Of It

By James John Davis

Book Overview

The Iron Puddler: My Life In The Rolling Mills And What Came Of It is a memoir written by James J. Davis. The book is a personal account of his life and experiences as a steelworker in the early 20th century. The author describes his journey from being a poor immigrant boy to becoming a skilled worker in the steel mills of Pittsburgh. Davis recounts the grueling work conditions, long hours, and dangerous work environment that he and his fellow workers faced. He also provides insight into the social and economic conditions of the time, including the struggles of labor unions and the impact of the Great Depression. The book offers a unique perspective on the history of the American steel industry and the role of workers in shaping it. It is a compelling and inspiring story of perseverance, hard work, and the American dream.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: 1419167650
• ISBN13: 9781419167652
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 124 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.6" x 9.3"