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Organized Labor And The Black Worker

1619-1981
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Organized Labor And The Black Worker by Philip S. Foner delves into the historical relationship between African American workers and the labour movement in the United States. It explores the challenges and complexities faced by Black workers in joining and influencing trade unions, highlighting both the advancements made and the obstacles encountered. Foner provides a thorough analysis of the interplay between race and labour, offering insights into the broader socio-economic struggles in American history.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in the historical relationship between organised labour movements and African American workers. It offers an in-depth exploration of the challenges and contributions of Black workers within the labour movement, providing valuable insight into social justice struggles and the interplay between race and class in the United States.

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A classic, radical history of Black workers' contribution to the American labor movement.

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In this classic account, historian Philip Foner traces the radical history of Black workers' contribution to the American labour movement.

Organized Labor and the Black Worker offers an insightful exploration into the pivotal role that Black workers have played in shaping the American labour landscape. Foner delves into historical narratives to unveil the often overlooked and significant impacts Black workers have had in the struggle for labour rights and social justice.

This book is not only a tribute to the resilience and tenacity of Black workers but also a critical resource for understanding the broader complexities of the American labour movement. By highlighting the interconnections between race and class struggles, Foner provides a comprehensive perspective on the challenges and triumphs faced by Black workers throughout history.

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Organized Labor and the Black Worker by Philip S. Foner is highly praised for its detailed scholarship and is considered a seminal study on blacks and the labour movement. Reviewers commend its accuracy, readability, and the significant contributions it makes to understanding black unionism in America. The book offers deep insights into the role of African American workers, highlighting both the challenges they faced due to racial barriers and their contributions to interracial solidarity within the labour movement.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781608467877

Publisher: Haymarket Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 January 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Haymarket Books

Contributors:

  • Foreword by Robin D. G. Kelley

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 142.0mm

Height: 217.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 492

About the Author

Philip S. Foner (1910-1994) was an American historian and professor who taught and lectured all over the world. He wrote and edited more than a hundred books, including the ten-volume History of the Labor Movement in the United States and The Black Panthers Speak.

Robin D. G. Kelley isProfessor and Gary B. Nash Endowed Chair in U.S. History at UCLA. He is the author ofHammer and Hoe, Race Rebels,Freedom Dreams: The Black Radical Imagination, andThelonious Monk: The Life and Times of an American Original, among other titles. His writing has been featured in theJournal of American History, American Historical Review, Black Music Research Journal, African Studies Review, New York Times, The Crisis, The Nation,andVoiceLiterary Supplement.

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