W. B. Wilson And The Department Of Labor (1919)

By Roger W. Babson

Book Overview

W.B. Wilson and the Department of Labor (1919) is a historical book written by Roger Ward Babson. The book is centered around the life and work of William Bauchop Wilson, who served as the first Secretary of Labor in the United States. The book provides a detailed account of Wilson's life, from his early years in Scotland to his role in the American labor movement.Babson explores Wilson's contributions to the Department of Labor, which was established in 1913, and his efforts to improve the lives of American workers. The book also delves into the political and social climate of the time, including the growing influence of labor unions and the struggles of workers to secure better wages and working conditions.Throughout the book, Babson provides a wealth of information on the history of labor in the United States, including the key figures and events that shaped the movement. He also examines the challenges faced by Wilson and the Department of Labor, including opposition from business interests and political pressure from both sides of the aisle.Overall, W.B. Wilson and the Department of Labor (1919) is a comprehensive and informative account of one of the most important figures in the history of labor in the United States. It provides a valuable perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by workers and their advocates during a pivotal period in American history.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: 1164179470
• ISBN13: 9781164179474
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 300 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"