Industrial Democracy New Edition In Two Volumes Bound In One - Sidney Webb; Webb, Beatrice
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What does it mean for workers to shape their own destinies? Industrial Democracy, the landmark political theory book by Sidney Webb-written in collaboration with Beatrice Webb-offers a profound answer. Emerging from the heart of the British industrial era, this influential work traces the evolution of trade union development and the labour movement, illuminating the struggles and triumphs that defined early 20th century politics. The Webbs' sharp analysis of workers rights and democratic governance remains a touchstone for anyone interested in social reform literature and the ideals of the…mehr

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What does it mean for workers to shape their own destinies? Industrial Democracy, the landmark political theory book by Sidney Webb-written in collaboration with Beatrice Webb-offers a profound answer. Emerging from the heart of the British industrial era, this influential work traces the evolution of trade union development and the labour movement, illuminating the struggles and triumphs that defined early 20th century politics. The Webbs' sharp analysis of workers rights and democratic governance remains a touchstone for anyone interested in social reform literature and the ideals of the Fabian Society. With clarity and conviction, Industrial Democracy explores the machinery of collective bargaining, the architecture of workplace representation, and the enduring quest for justice in industrial relations. Balancing rigorous academic research with accessible insight, it speaks to policy makers, students, and all readers seeking to understand the foundations of modern labour. The book's impact endures-its arguments and historical context continue to inform debates on workers' rights and democratic participation. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you are a scholar of labour movement history, a devotee of social reform, or a collector of cultural treasures, Industrial Democracy stands as an essential study of the forces that shaped the modern world. Five words: The struggle for justice endures.
Autorenporträt
SIDNEY JAMES WEBB (1859-1947) was an economist, reformer, and prominent British politician. As a member of the Fabian Society, he helped found the London School of Economics and became a Professor of Public Administration. Active in the Labour Party, he served as Secretary of State for the Colonies and as Secretary of State for Dominion Affairs. Subsequently, he was elected to Parliament and given the title Baron Passfield. BEATRICE WEBB (1858-1943) was a recognized authority on the causes of poverty and a member of the Fabian Society. There she met her husband, Sidney Webb, with whom she shared a deep commitment to populist causes. While helping with her husband's political projects and active in the Labor Party, Webb was also highly regarded as a diarist, letter-writer, and memoirist.