The Trade Union Rank And File: Trades Councils In Britain, 1900-40

The Trade Union Rank And File: Trades Councils In Britain, 1900-40

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Author: Alan Clinton
Binding: Hardback
Published: Manchester University Press; Rowman and Littlefield, 1977

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings

This scholarly work chronicles the intricate history of trades councils in Britain, offering a meticulous examination of their role within the trade union movement from the turn of the 20th century through the tumultuous interwar period. It uncovers the organizational structures, political dynamics, and social impact of these grassroots bodies, presenting a detailed account of their influence on labor relations and working-class activism. The academic tone provides a rigorous analysis of primary sources, illustrating the challenges and triumphs faced by the rank and file during a pivotal era of industrial change. Clinton’s research argues for the significant, often overlooked, contributions of local trades councils to the broader narrative of British labor history.

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Description

Author: Alan Clinton
Binding: Hardback
Published: Manchester University Press; Rowman and Littlefield, 1977

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings

This scholarly work chronicles the intricate history of trades councils in Britain, offering a meticulous examination of their role within the trade union movement from the turn of the 20th century through the tumultuous interwar period. It uncovers the organizational structures, political dynamics, and social impact of these grassroots bodies, presenting a detailed account of their influence on labor relations and working-class activism. The academic tone provides a rigorous analysis of primary sources, illustrating the challenges and triumphs faced by the rank and file during a pivotal era of industrial change. Clinton’s research argues for the significant, often overlooked, contributions of local trades councils to the broader narrative of British labor history.