The Agricultural Lock-Out of 1874: With Notes Upon Farming and Farm-Labour in the Eastern Counties (Classic Reprint) - Tapa blanda

The Agricultural Lock-Out of 1874 (Classic Reprint)

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers back to the turbulent year of 1874, when a seismic shift in the relationship between farmers and agricultural laborers unfolded in England's eastern counties. It delves into the origins of the first major agricultural lock-out, triggered by the burgeoning influence of trade unions amongst farm workers. Through a compelling narrative, the author vividly recounts the events of this pivotal period, capturing the anxieties and hopes of both sides. The book delves into the intricate social dynamics of the time, exploring the labourersââ ⢠lives, their wages, and the complex interplay between employers and their workforce. The author offers a nuanced and insightful examination of the motivations behind the strike, as well as the farmersââ ⢠decision to lock out their employees, shedding light on the economic and social forces at play. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in the history of agricultural labor relations in England, exploring the emergence of class consciousness amongst rural workers and the farmers' struggle to maintain control over their workforce. This powerful and meticulously researched work provides a unique perspective on the enduring tensions between capital and labor in a society on the cusp of significant social and economic change. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9780282637941_0

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