Wobbly: The Rough-And-Tumble Story Of An American Radical - Hardcover

by Ralph Chaplin (Author)

Wobbly: The Rough-And-Tumble Story Of An American Radical is a non-fiction book written by Ralph Chaplin. It tells the story of the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW), also known as the Wobblies, a radical labor union that was active in the early 20th century in the United States. The book provides a detailed account of the union's history, from its formation in 1905 to its decline in the 1920s.Chaplin, who was a member of the IWW, gives an insider's perspective on the union's activities, including its strikes, protests, and organizing efforts. He also describes the key figures involved in the IWW, including Eugene Debs, Mother Jones, and Big Bill Haywood.The book explores the IWW's unique approach to labor organizing, which emphasized direct action, sabotage, and solidarity among workers of all races and nationalities. It also delves into the union's controversial tactics, including its use of violence and its opposition to World War I.Wobbly: The Rough-And-Tumble Story Of An American Radical is a compelling and informative account of a pivotal moment in American labor history. It offers insights into the challenges faced by workers in the early 20th century and the strategies they used to fight for better working conditions and greater economic justice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.