John L. Lewis, an Unauthorized Biography

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Focusing on a pivotal figure in American labor history, the narrative chronicles a 30-year struggle marked by personal bias and complex relationships. It explores the rise of Lewis from Illinois mines to leadership, detailing his role in founding the C.I.O. and his contentious relationships with influential figures like Green, Murray, and Roosevelt. The account highlights the gains achieved for miners in terms of pay and safety, offering a compelling analysis of the labor movement's impact and a stark contrast to the current state of unions.