The first generation of postwar British labor historians tended to be preoccupied with working class activism. The history of the working class concentrated on trade unions, left-wing politics, parties, and activists. This book attempts to chart not only this struggle, but to describe and analyze the rich and varied tapestry of working class history as a whole. John Benson examines work, wages, incomes, and the cost of living; family, kinship, and community relations; the individual in the context of nation and class; and the labor movement in all its aspects.
Themes in British Social History Series
This series delves into the rich and varied tapestry of British social history. It explores the key societal, economic, and cultural shifts that have shaped British life over the centuries. Each volume offers deep insights into the lives of ordinary people, their struggles, and their triumphs. It's a compelling journey through the past for anyone interested in how Britain became what it is today.
