1999478
9781404201910
This book provides a look at the hardships of American labor and how immigrants working for low pay and in hazardous conditions reaped few benefits. The labor movement found a champion in President Roosevelt, who paved the way for significant government regulation of American industry. Through manageable text enhanced by period illustrations, Labor Legislation documents the moments that led to labor laws and the implementation of major reforms for workers.Lawrence, Katherine is the author of 'Labor Legislation The Struggle to Gain Rights for America's Workforce', published 2006 under ISBN 9781404201910 and ISBN 1404201912.
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