Status
Available
Pages
207
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Collection
Publication
New York : New Press, 1998.
Description
A highly original, one-of-a-kind encyclopaedia of labour in America. It includes enlightening descriptions of over 500 key places, people and events in American labour history. It also includes explanations of major American legislative acts and a complete listing of the members of all the major and independent unions in the United States. From Workies to Wobblies, it is perfect for anyone interested in the history of unionism.
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Physical description
207 p.; 21 cm
ISBN
1565844564 / 9781565844568
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