ISBN: 9780282313548 - the working children of boston: a study of child labor under a modern system of legal regulation (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

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

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

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the working lives of children aged 14-16 in Boston during the early 20th century. The author delves into the motivations behind child labor, analyzing factors such as family income, ethnicity, and educational attainment. Drawing on interviews, questionnaires, and employment records, the book paints a vivid picture of the challenges these young workers faced, including long hours, low wages, and hazardous conditions. The study also examines the effectiveness of child labor laws and regulations, highlighting the difficulties in enforcing them and the need for continued vigilance in protecting young workers. This book sheds light on a significant chapter in American labor history and provides valuable insights into the lives of those who toiled in factories and workshops at a time of great social and economic change. 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.…