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The Case For The Factory Acts (1902)

The Case For The Factory Acts (1902)

Webb, Beatrice Potter
Ward, Mary a.

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ISBN10: 143729958X
ISBN13: 9781437299588
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Nov 26 2008
Pages: 252
Weight: 0.75
Height: 0.53 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Case For The Factory Acts is a book written by Beatrice Potter Webb and published in 1902. This book is an important historical document that examines the conditions of factory workers during the Industrial Revolution in Britain. The author argues that the Factory Acts, which were laws passed in the 19th century to regulate the working conditions in factories, were necessary to protect workers from exploitation and abuse.The book provides detailed descriptions of the working conditions in factories, including long working hours, low wages, and dangerous working conditions. It also discusses the social and economic consequences of these conditions, such as poverty, illness, and social unrest.The author argues that the Factory Acts were a necessary response to these conditions and that they helped to improve the lives of factory workers. She also discusses the opposition to these laws, including arguments that they would harm business and the economy.Overall, The Case For The Factory Acts is a powerful argument for the importance of workers' rights and the need for government regulation to protect them. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of labor rights 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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