A Short History of the American Labor Movement (1920)

A Short History of the American Labor Movement is a historical book written by Mary Ritter Beard in 1920. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the American labor movement, from its earliest beginnings to the early 20th century. The author traces the evolution of the labor movement, its struggles and triumphs, and the role of key figures such as Samuel Gompers and Eugene Debs. The book also covers significant events such as the Haymarket Riot and the Pullman Strike. Through her narrative, Beard highlights the social and economic conditions that led to the formation of the labor movement and the challenges faced by workers in their quest for better working conditions and fair wages. A Short History of the American Labor Movement is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of labor and social justice in America.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.