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And The Wolf Finally Came: The Decline And Fall Of The American Steel Industry (Pih Series In Social And Labor History)
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Choice 1988 Outstanding Academic Book Named One Of The Best Business Books Of 1988 By Usa Todaya Veteran Reporter Of American Labor Analyzes The Spectacular And Tragic Collapse Of The Steel Industry In The 1980S. John Hoerrs Account Of These Events Stretches From The Industrywide Barganing Failures Of 1982 To The Crippling Work Stoppage At Usx (U.S. Steel) In 198687. He Interviewed Scores Of Steelworkers, Company Managers At All Levels, And Union Officials, And Was Present At Many Of The Crucial Events He Describes. Using Historical Flashbacks To The Origins Of The Steel Industry, Particularly In The Monongahela Valley Of Southwestern Pennsylvania, He Shows How An Obsolete And Adversarial Relationship Between Management And Labor Made It Impossible For The Industry To Adapt To Shattering Changes In The Global Economy.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'And the Wolf Finally Came'? A: The book analyzes the decline of the American steel industry during the 1980s, detailing major events and issues that contributed to its collapse.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is John Hoerr, a veteran reporter known for his insights into American labor and industry.
- Q: When was 'And the Wolf Finally Came' published? A: The book was published on July 6, 1988.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 736 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic purposes? A: Yes, it was recognized as a Choice 1988 Outstanding Academic Book and was named one of the Best Business Books of 1988 by USA Today.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is described as being in good condition.
- Q: Does the book provide insights from industry insiders? A: Yes, Hoerr interviewed steelworkers, company managers, and union officials to provide a comprehensive view of the industry's challenges.
- Q: What historical context does the book cover? A: The book includes historical flashbacks to the origins of the steel industry, particularly focusing on the Monongahela Valley in Pennsylvania.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'And the Wolf Finally Came'? A: The book explores themes of labor management relationships, economic changes, and the consequences of industry-wide bargaining failures.