Describes and evaluates the evolution of the trade union movement in Britain and summarizes major debates that have long divided historians. Examines both the institutional nature of trade union growth and the more rank-and-file shopfloor experience, looking at the growth of trade unionism from 1770 through its recent decline in the face of restrictions imposed by the Thatcher governments. Includes b&w photos and illustrations. Distributed by Books International. Paper edition (0-7509-1478-5), $26.95. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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- PublisherSutton Pub Ltd
- Publication date1992
- ISBN 10 0862997852
- ISBN 13 9780862997854
- BindingHardcover
- Edition number1
- Number of pages238