Labor in America: A History

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Melvyn Dubofsky (State University of New York at Binghamton, NY) Joseph A. McCartin (Georgetown University, USA)

Labor in America

A History

Melvyn Dubofsky (State University of New York at Binghamton, NY), Joseph A. McCartin (Georgetown University, USA)

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Wiley-Blackwell
06 September 2024

History of the Americas; Modern history to 20th century: c 1700 to c 1900; 20th century history: c 1900 to c 2000; Social & cultural history; Sociology: work & labour

The gold standard of American labor history references, updated to include the latest political, social, and economic developments of the 2020s

Labor in America: A History, Tenth Edition, is a comprehensive and authoritative discussion of the U.S. labor movement from the colonial era to the 2020s. Authors Melvyn Dubofsky and Joseph A. McCartin have expanded and updated their landmark text, incorporating significant recent events and their implications for American labor. The book addresses the continuing and evolving challenges faced by American workers, critical developments in U.S. labor history, the impact of economic and political changes, and more.

Dubofsky and McCartin offer nuanced analyses of workers’ collective actions, the formation of unions, and the role of labor in shaping American society. They provide a rich historical context and a detailed narrative of labor history for students, scholars, and laypersons alike. The authors also explain the likely impact of major contemporary trends on workers, including the rise of the gig economy, and discuss the most critical influences on modern U.S. labor.

An invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and future of labor in the United States, Labor in America: A History will undoubtedly remain the gold standard in the field for years to come.

By: Melvyn Dubofsky (State University of New York at Binghamton NY), Joseph A. McCartin (Georgetown University, USA)
Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 10th edition
Dimensions: Height: 226mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 31mm
Weight: 544g
ISBN: 9781394208241
ISBN 10: 1394208243
Pages: 496
Publication Date: 06 September 2024
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Melvyn Dubofsky is a Distinguished Professor Emeritus of History & Sociology at Binghamton University, SUNY, USA. He has published extensively on labor history and has been a key figure in the field since the 1960s. Joseph A. McCartin is a Professor of History and Executive Director of the Kalmanovitz Initiative for Labor & the Working Poor at Georgetown University. He has authored and edited numerous books on U.S. labor history and is a prominent voice in contemporary labor studies.