Self-Help By The People The History of the Rochdale Pioneers 1844-1892 - Holyoake, George Jacob
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In view of the Tory Party's proclamation of its latest 'big idea' - The Big Society - in which, if one were to take them at their word, worker's co-operatives have a significant part to play, the re-publication of Holyoake's history of the Rochdale Pioneers comes at a timely moment. It provides a fascinating glimpse back to the period when labour was cheap and bread was dear - when wealth accumulated in the bank accounts of the Cotton Lords at a rate hitherto unknown in all the histories of all the peoples of the world - when labouring men, women and children were regarded as 'hands' - mere…mehr

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In view of the Tory Party's proclamation of its latest 'big idea' - The Big Society - in which, if one were to take them at their word, worker's co-operatives have a significant part to play, the re-publication of Holyoake's history of the Rochdale Pioneers comes at a timely moment. It provides a fascinating glimpse back to the period when labour was cheap and bread was dear - when wealth accumulated in the bank accounts of the Cotton Lords at a rate hitherto unknown in all the histories of all the peoples of the world - when labouring men, women and children were regarded as 'hands' - mere appendages to the industrial machines they tended - and still dared to dream of a better future and had the temerity to fight for it. Complete with a contribution from Jesse Norman, Tory M.P., author of The Big Society - the Anatomy of the New Politics.
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George Jacob Holyoake (1817-1906) was a pioneering British social reformer, secularist, and writer known for his influential work in advocating for secularism and free thought. Born in Birmingham, Holyoake initially worked in various trades before becoming a prominent figure in the reform movement. His commitment to secularism and the separation of church and state is most notably captured in his seminal work, The Principles of Secularism. Holyoake's contributions to social reform extend beyond his writing; he was a key figure in the development of secularism as a political and philosophical movement. His advocacy for free thought challenged the prevailing religious doctrines of his time, and he was a vocal proponent of rationalism and humanism. Holyoake's efforts were instrumental in promoting secular ethics and civil rights, influencing public policy and educational reform. Throughout his career, Holyoake faced significant opposition and even imprisonment for his views, but he remained steadfast in his pursuit of a society guided by reason and justice. His legacy endures through his writings and the ongoing impact of secularist principles in modern discourse.