The Organization of the Boot and Shoe Industry in Massachusetts Before 1875 (1921)

The Organization Of The Boot And Shoe Industry In Massachusetts Before 1875 is a historical book written by Blanche Evans Hazard in 1921. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the boot and shoe industry in Massachusetts before the year 1875. It examines the organization of the industry, including the structure of the factories, the roles of the workers, and the relationships between the manufacturers and the laborers. Hazard also delves into the economic and social factors that influenced the industry, such as the rise of mechanization and the impact of the Civil War. The book provides a detailed account of the industry's evolution from a small-scale, cottage industry to a large-scale, industrialized system. Hazard's research is based on primary sources, including government reports, industry publications, and personal accounts from workers and manufacturers. The book is a valuable resource for historians, economists, and anyone interested in the history of American industry. Overall, The Organization Of The Boot And Shoe Industry In Massachusetts Before 1875 is a comprehensive study of an important aspect of American history. It sheds light on the economic, social, and cultural factors that shaped the boot and shoe industry in Massachusetts and provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the workers who helped build it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.