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At The Works: A Study Of A Manufacturing Town (1907)

At The Works: A Study Of A Manufacturing Town (1907)

Bell, Florence

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20th Century United States HistoryFiction AnthologiesGeneral Sociology

ISBN10: 1120160014
ISBN13: 9781120160010
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 24 2009
Pages: 312
Weight: 0.92
Height: 0.65 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
At The Works: A Study Of A Manufacturing Town is a book written by Florence Bell and published in 1907. The book is a comprehensive study of a manufacturing town and its people, based on Bell's own experiences and observations. The town in question is not named, but it is clear that it is a typical industrial town in England during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of life in the town. The first chapter provides an overview of the town's history and geography, while the second chapter describes the manufacturing process and the various industries that operate in the town.Subsequent chapters delve into the social and economic conditions of the town, including the living conditions of the workers, their wages, and the impact of industrialization on the local economy. Bell also examines the role of women and children in the workforce, as well as the impact of labor unions and other social movements on the town.Throughout the book, Bell provides vivid descriptions of the people and places she encounters in the town, bringing to life the struggles and triumphs of the working-class residents. She also offers insights into the broader social and political issues of the time, including the rise of socialism and the tensions between labor and capital.Overall, At The Works: A Study Of A Manufacturing Town is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the social and economic conditions of industrial towns in England during the early 20th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of industrialization, labor relations, and social justice.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.

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