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Glass Towns: Industry, Labor, and Political Economy in Appalachia, 18901930s (Working Class in American History),New
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While rich in natural resources, Appalachia remains a nationwide symbol of poverty. Ken FonesWolf deftly combines labor and business history to examine how a promising partnership between West Virginia and the glass industry failed to improve the state's political economy.State leaders saw glass as a potential cornerstone industry that promised high wages, reinvestment in the local economy, and a complement to the states abundance of timber and fossil fuels. FonesWolf draws on case studies of three glass production hubs to analyze the impact of industry on local populations and the Belgian and Frenchborn craftsmen who took jobs in the area. Throughout, FonesWolf examines patterns of global industrial restructuring, the ways workers reshaped workplace culture and political action, and employer strategies for responding to global competition, unreliable markets, and growing labor costs at the end of the nineteenth century.Incisive and rich in ontheground detail, Glass Towns examines an Appalachian pursuit of selfsustaining development.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Glass Towns'? A: 'Glass Towns' explores the intersection of industry, labor, and political economy in Appalachia from 1890 to the 1930s, highlighting the region's struggles despite its natural resources.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Ken Fones-Wolf.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Glass Towns'? A: 'Glass Towns' was published on December 21, 2006.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 272 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Glass Towns' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: Yes, the book is in new condition.
- Q: What category does 'Glass Towns' fall under? A: 'Glass Towns' is categorized under Economic History.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First Edition of 'Glass Towns'.
- Q: What themes are discussed in 'Glass Towns'? A: The book discusses themes such as labor history, industrial restructuring, workplace culture, and political action in the context of Appalachia.
- Q: Are there case studies included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes case studies of three glass production hubs in West Virginia.