""A Short History Of The American Labor Movement"" is a book written by Mary Ritter Beard and first published in 1920. The book provides a concise and informative overview of the labor movement in the United States, from its early beginnings in the 18th century to the early 20th century. Beard examines the various struggles and triumphs of American workers, including the emergence of trade unions, the fight for better working conditions, the rise of labor strikes, and the battle for workers' rights. She also explores the political and economic factors that shaped the labor movement, such as the growth of industrialization, the rise of capitalism, and the impact of immigration.Throughout the book, Beard emphasizes the importance of collective action and solidarity among workers in their fight for social justice and equality. She also highlights the role of women and minority groups in the labor movement, and the challenges they faced in their struggle for recognition and equal rights.Overall, ""A Short History Of The American Labor Movement"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of labor in the United States, and provides a compelling account of the challenges and achievements of American workers throughout the country's history.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.