American Trade Unionism (1922)

American Trade Unionism is a book written by George Milton Janes in 1922. It provides an in-depth analysis of the history and development of trade unions in America. The book covers topics such as the origins of trade unions, their growth and organization, their relationship with employers and government, and the challenges they faced in the early 20th century.Janes examines the role of trade unions in improving the working conditions of American workers, including issues such as wages, hours, and safety. He also discusses the impact of trade unions on the broader labor movement, including their involvement in political and social issues.The book provides a comprehensive overview of the different types of trade unions in America, including craft unions, industrial unions, and the American Federation of Labor (AFL). Janes examines the strengths and weaknesses of each type of union and their respective strategies for achieving their goals.Overall, American Trade Unionism is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of labor in America. It provides a detailed and nuanced analysis of the challenges faced by trade unions in the early 20th century, and their efforts to improve the lives of American workers.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.