There Is Power in a Union - by Philip Dray (Paperback)

This comprehensive history of American labor from the dawn of industrialization to the present day is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the vital role that organized labor has played in shaping our national experience.

With vivid characters and dramatic scenes, author Philip Dray brings to life the struggles and triumphs of workers fighting for fairness and economic democracy.

From the textile mills of Lowell, Massachusetts to the triumph of unions in the 20th century and their waning influence today, this book provides an epic and character-driven narrative that illuminates the central role of labor in our social, political, economic, and cultural evolution.

With a balanced and comprehensive coverage of the force for American progress that is now in danger of becoming a relic of our storied past, "There Is Power in a Union" is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the complex and ongoing struggle between labor and capital in America.