Robert W. Cherny
Harry Bridges: Labor Radical, Labor Legend
Harry Bridges: Labor Radical, Labor Legend
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Harry Bridges, a prominent labor leader, built the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) into a powerful labor organization that represents nearly 30,000 workers. Robert Chernys biography explores Bridges' life, effectiveness as a union leader, and the price he paid for his left-wing politics.
Format: Hardback
Length: 512 pages
Publication date: 10 January 2023
Publisher: University of Illinois Press
The iconic leader of one of America's most powerful unions, Harry Bridges, left an indelible mark on the twentieth-century labor movement. Robert Chernys monumental biography delves into the life of the visionary figure who transformed the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) into a formidable labor powerhouse, representing nearly 30,000 workers today.
Born in Australia, Bridges began his career working on the Pacific Coast docks. His unwavering commitment to unionism led him to the forefront of the 1934 West Coast Waterfront Strike, a pivotal moment in labor history. Driven by his passion for justice, Bridges expanded his organizing efforts to include warehouse laborers and Hawaiian sugar and pineapple workers.
Cherny, in his comprehensive analysis, examines the overall effectiveness of Bridges as a union leader. He delves into the decisions and traits that made him a formidable force in the labor movement. Additionally, the book sheds light on the price Bridges paid for his left-wing politics, as he faced repeated prosecutions by the US government.
Through personal interviews with Bridges and years of exhaustive research, Chernys book offers a unique perspective on the life and legacy of Harry Bridges. It places him within the broader context of twentieth-century labor radicalism, highlighting his contributions to the struggle for workers' rights and social justice.
In conclusion, Harry Bridges: The Man Who Built the ILWU is a must-read for anyone interested in labor history, social activism, and the power of collective action. Robert Chernys meticulous research and compelling storytelling bring the life and times of this remarkable individual to life, making it an essential contribution to our understanding of the twentieth-century labor movement.
Dimension: 235 x 156 x 43 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780252044748
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