ISBN: 9781331477884 - socialism and national minimum, vol. 6 (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the historical and economic underpinnings of industrial legislation, specifically focusing on the role of factory legislation in safeguarding the rights and well-being of workers in the 19th century. The author argues that the unregulated free market system, characterized by individual bargaining between employers and employees, led to the exploitation and degradation of workers, particularly women. The book traces the emergence of factory legislation as a response to this problem, examining the specific provisions and effects of these laws on wages, working hours, and working conditions. It highlights how standardized regulations helped eliminate dangerous or unhealthy working environments and promoted a more equitable distribution of the benefits of industrialization. The author also delves into the broader social and economic consequences of factory legislation, arguing that it played a crucial role in improving the health, productivity, and overall quality of life for workers and their families. By providing a detailed historical analysis and insightful commentary, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of the complex relationship between industrialization, labor rights, and the role of government in shaping working conditions. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…