The I. W. W.
A Study Of American Syndicalism
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A buried roar of labor history returns: discover the uncompromising story of the Industrial Workers of the World and the birth of American syndicalism. Paul F. Brissenden s penetrating I.W.W. analysis maps the turbulent rise of early 20th-century labor, tracing the tactics, triumphs, and trials of a movement that reshaped worker rights history. This book unpacks syndicalist strategies, union activism, and the evolution of labor union tactics through vivid case studies of strikes, free speech fights, and clashes with state power. Brissenden combines investigative clarity with empathetic portrai...
A buried roar of labor history returns: discover the uncompromising story of the Industrial Workers of the World and the birth of American syndicalism. Paul F. Brissenden s penetrating I.W.W. analysis maps the turbulent rise of early 20th-century labor, tracing the tactics, triumphs, and trials of a movement that reshaped worker rights history. This book unpacks syndicalist strategies, union activism, and the evolution of labor union tactics through vivid case studies of strikes, free speech fights, and clashes with state power. Brissenden combines investigative clarity with empathetic portraiture of rank-and-file organizers, delivering both a scholarly chronicle and a human story of courage, conflict, and solidarity. Historically significant and freshly relevant, this volume is indispensable for anyone curious about radical labor movements, historical labor conflicts, or the broader labor movement history in America. Scholars will value its meticulous documentation; casual readers and collectors will prize its narrative energy and archival importance. Rediscovered after decades out of print, Alpha Editions presents a restored edition designed for today s and future generations. This release is not merely a reprint it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure that preserves Paul F. Brissenden s authoritative voice on the Industrial Workers of the World. Whether you re exploring worker rights history, studying labor union evolution, or seeking a vivid account of syndicalism, this edition brings a pivotal chapter of American labor back into the light.
