The Labor Movement: Its Conservative Functions And Social Consequences (1921)

By Frank Tannenbaum

Book Overview

The Labor Movement: Its Conservative Functions And Social Consequences is a book written by Frank Tannenbaum in 1921. The book discusses the role of the labor movement in society and its impact on the working class. Tannenbaum argues that the labor movement has both conservative and radical functions. On the one hand, it helps to maintain the status quo by negotiating with employers and promoting stability in the workplace. On the other hand, it also has a radical function by advocating for workers' rights and challenging the existing power structures.Tannenbaum also explores the social consequences of the labor movement, including its impact on class consciousness and the development of a working-class identity. He argues that the labor movement has played a crucial role in shaping the modern working class and has helped to improve the lives of workers by advocating for better wages, working conditions, and benefits.Overall, The Labor Movement: Its Conservative Functions And Social Consequences is an insightful analysis of the labor movement and its impact on society. Tannenbaum's work remains relevant today, as the labor movement continues to play a vital role in advocating for workers' rights and challenging inequality in the workplace.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164176544
• ISBN13: 9781164176541
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 282 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"