The Trades Union Movement (1890)

The Trades Union Movement is a historical book written by Annie Besant in 1890. The book provides a detailed account of the origin and development of the trade union movement in Britain during the 19th century. It covers the various struggles and challenges faced by workers in their bid to improve their working conditions and wages through collective bargaining and strikes.Besant's book explores the different trade unions that emerged during the 19th century, including the Amalgamated Society of Engineers, the National Union of Gas Workers and General Labourers, and the National Agricultural Labourers' Union. She also examines the role of prominent trade union leaders such as Robert Applegarth, Robert Owen, and George Howell.The author provides a critical analysis of the political and economic factors that influenced the growth and decline of the trade union movement. She argues that the movement was essential in improving the living standards of workers and played a crucial role in shaping social and political reforms in Britain.Overall, The Trades Union Movement is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the trade union movement and the struggle for workers' rights in Britain. It provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges and successes of the movement and its impact on the social and economic landscape of the country.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.