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Strike! Fiftieth Anniversary Edition: The Epic Struggle Between Labor and Capital That Shaped America

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About the Book

Strike!, originally published in 1972, is a groundbreaking work of labor history that tells the story of the great labor strikes of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Written by renowned labor historian Jeremy Brecher, Strike! is a gripping narrative that brings to life the struggles of working people to organize and fight for their rights.

Strike!: Fiftieth Anniversary Edition

by Jeremy Brecher

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The book begins with the Great Railroad Strike of 1877, one of the first major labor uprisings in the United States. Brecher then chronicles the rise of the Knights of Labor and the American Federation of Labor, two of the most important labor organizations in American history. He also covers the pivotal Homestead Strike of 1892 and the Pullman Strike of 1894, two of the most violent and controversial labor conflicts of the era.

Strike! is more than just a history book. It is also a powerful and inspiring story of working people's courage and determination. Brecher shows how strikes have been a driving force for social change in the United States, winning workers better wages, working conditions, and a voice in the workplace.

Praise for Strike!

"A landmark work of labor history. . . . A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the history of the American labor movement." —Howard Zinn

"A brilliant and passionate account of the great labor struggles of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. . . . A classic work of American history." —Eric Foner

"A powerful and inspiring story of working people's courage and determination. . . . Strike! is a must-read for anyone who cares about social justice." —Senator Bernie Sanders

The Fiftieth Anniversary Edition

To mark the fiftieth anniversary of Strike!'s original publication, Haymarket Books is proud to release a new edition of this classic work. This edition features a new by Brecher that reflects on the book's impact over the past half-century. The book also includes a new afterword by labor historian Nelson Lichtenstein that provides an update on the state of the labor movement today.

Why You Should Read Strike!

Strike! is an essential read for anyone who wants to understand the history of the American labor movement. It is also a powerful and inspiring story that will resonate with anyone who cares about social justice.

Here are just a few of the reasons why you should read Strike!:

* To learn about the history of the American labor movement * To understand the struggles that working people have faced * To be inspired by the courage and determination of working people * To gain a new perspective on the importance of labor unions * To learn how strikes have been a driving force for social change in the United States