The Life, Speeches, Labors, And Essays Of William H. Sylvis: Late President Of The Iron Molders' International Union And Also Of The National Labor Un (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437330304)

""The Life, Speeches, Labors, and Essays of William H. Sylvis"" is a biographical account of the late president of the Iron Molders' International Union and the National Labor Union, William H. Sylvis. The book, published in 1871, provides a comprehensive overview of Sylvis's life, including his early years, his involvement in the labor movement, and his leadership roles in various organizations.The book includes a collection of Sylvis's speeches, essays, and other writings, which offer insights into his views on labor rights, working conditions, and the role of unions in society. Sylvis was a prominent figure in the labor movement during the mid-19th century, and his writings and speeches were influential in shaping the direction of the movement.The book also provides a historical context for Sylvis's work, discussing the social and economic conditions of the time and the challenges faced by workers in the United States. It highlights the struggles of the labor movement to gain recognition and improve conditions for workers, and the important role played by leaders like Sylvis.Overall, ""The Life, Speeches, Labors, and Essays of William H. Sylvis"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the labor movement in the United States and the contributions of its leaders. It offers a unique perspective on the challenges faced by workers during this period and the efforts made to improve their lives.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.

Author: William H. Sylvis,James C. Sylvis
ISBN-10: 1437330304
ISBN-13: 9781437330304
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 11/26/2008
Pages: 460
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.34lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.93d