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Labour and Working-Class Lives: Essays to Celebrate the Life and Work of Chris Wrigley
Labour and Working-Class Lives: Essays to Celebrate the Life and Work of Chris Wrigley
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This book honors Professor Chris Wrigley and provides a collection of essays by leading British labor historians, focusing on trade unionism, the co-operative movement, the Labour Party, and working-class lives, comparing them to Germany and examining the social and political labor activities of the Lansburys.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 15 October 2019
Publisher: Manchester University Press
British labour history has emerged as a dominant field of historical inquiry over the past sixty years, and this book, penned in tribute to Professor Chris Wrigley, presents a compilation of essays authored by esteemed British labour historians. The collection delves into various aspects of labour history, including trade unionism, cooperative movements, the ascent and decline of the Labour Party, and the experiences of working-class individuals. It compares British labour movements with those in Germany and explores the social and political activities of the Lansburys. Furthermore, the book sheds light on significant cultural developments within the British labour movement, particularly in the essay by Matthew Worley, which examines the intersection of communism and Punk Rock.
The study of British labour history has been a vibrant and influential area of historical research in recent decades. This book, written in honor of Professor Chris Wrigley, showcases a collection of essays by leading British labour historians, including Ken Brown, Malcolm Chase, and Matthew Worley. The book's central focus lies in examining trade unionism, the cooperative movement, the rise and fall of the Labour Party, and the lives of working-class individuals. It compares British labour movements with those in Germany and explores the social and political activities of the Lansburys.
In addition to its examination of labour history, the book also delves into significant cultural developments within the British labour movement. One notable essay is by Matthew Worley, which explores the intersection of communism and Punk Rock. Worley's essay provides a fresh and insightful perspective on the cultural influences and political activism of the time, highlighting the ways in which these two movements intersected and shaped the lives of workers and activists.
Overall, this book offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of British labour history, providing a valuable contribution to the field. It is a testament to the dedication and expertise of the authors and serves as a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in understanding the complex and multifaceted history of the British labour movement.
Weight: 456g
Dimension: 157 x 234 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526143655
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