From the rise and fall of Chartism to the fate of its leaders, this study illuminates how a bold movement reshaped democracy. The Decline of the Chartist Movement traces the final years of Chartism, showing how internal quarrels, shifting alliances, and waning public support chipped away at its power. It delves into the lives of key figures like Ernest Jones and Thomas Cooper, revealing how their strategies and conflicts steered the movement toward obsolescence even as they kept faith with a larger democratic dream.
- Learn how leadership splits and changing political currents undermined a once-spirited campaign for universal suffrage.
- See how reformers sought new tactics, from reorganizing the executive to petition campaigns, and why these efforts struggled to revive momentum.
- Understand the long-term impact of Chartism on English politics, including how its failures warned later labor and democratic movements.
Ideal for readers of British political history and students of 19th‑century social reform, this edition places Chartism in its broader era and clarifies what its leaders believed they could still achieve.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the Chartist movement, a significant political force in Britain during the 19th century. The Chartists emerged as a class-conscious group, advocating for universal suffrage and other democratic reforms to improve the lives of the working class. The book examines the Chartists' critique of the existing economic system, particularly their opposition to the land monopoly and the growing industrialization. It explores the movement's internal debates over strategies and goals, highlighting the tension between those seeking radical social transformation and those advocating more moderate reforms. Through extensive analysis of Chartist literature and primary sources, the author provides insights into the economic and social grievances that fueled the movement. By placing Chartism within the context of broader labor and political struggles, the book sheds light on the complex factors that shaped its rise and eventual decline. This book offers a valuable perspective on a pivotal chapter in British history, offering insights into the aspirations, challenges, and legacy of the Chartist movement. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781333166649_0
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PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781333166649
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