The Telephone of Labor

By George Marshall Sloan

Book Overview

The Telephone of Labor, written by George Marshall Sloan in 1880, is a historical book that explores the impact of the telephone on the labor force during the late 19th century. The book provides a detailed analysis of how the telephone transformed the way people worked and communicated with each other. Sloan examines the various industries that were affected by the telephone, including the telegraph industry, the railroad industry, and the manufacturing industry.The book also delves into the social and economic implications of the telephone, particularly in terms of its effect on the workforce. Sloan discusses how the telephone created new job opportunities, such as telephone operators and repair technicians, and how it changed the nature of existing jobs, such as those in the telegraph industry. He also explores the impact of the telephone on the work-life balance of individuals, as it allowed for more efficient communication and reduced the need for face-to-face interaction.Overall, The Telephone of Labor provides a fascinating historical account of the impact of the telephone on the labor force during the late 19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of technology, labor, and communication.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: 1165118661
• ISBN13: 9781165118663
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 356 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"