Description: Reconsidering Southern Labor History: Race, Class, and Power" is a scholarly anthology edited by Matthew Hild and Keri Leigh Merritt. This collection of essays offers a comprehensive reevaluation of Southern labor history, focusing on the interconnected dynamics of race, class, and power. Overview of the Book: The anthology includes contributions from various historians and scholars who challenge traditional narratives of Southern labor history, emphasizing the diverse experiences of workers across different racial and ethnic groups. The essays examine how race and class have historically shaped labor relations and worker movements in the American South, from the antebellum period through the 20th century. Key Themes: Intersection of Race and Class: The book delves into how race and class have intersected in complex ways to influence labor practices and worker solidarity (or lack thereof) in the South. It explores how racial hierarchies were maintained and how they impacted the development of labor movements. Power Dynamics: The essays examine how power structures—political, economic, and social—have influenced labor practices in the South. The book considers how both elite interests and grassroots resistance have shaped the labor landscape. Challenging Historical Narratives: The contributors challenge dominant narratives that often overlook the contributions and struggles of Black, indigenous, and immigrant workers in the South. They highlight lesser-known labor movements and worker struggles that have been marginalized in mainstream labor history. Continuity and Change: The collection traces the continuity and evolution of labor practices from slavery through the Jim Crow era, and into the modern South. It examines how historical legacies of exploitation and resistance continue to influence labor dynamics in contemporary times. Importance of the Book: "Reconsidering Southern Labor History" is an essential read for scholars, students, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of labor history in the South. It offers fresh perspectives on how race, class, and power have shaped the experiences of Southern workers and how these forces continue to influence labor relations today. The book is part of a broader effort within historical scholarship to revisit and revise traditional narratives, providing a more inclusive and nuanced understanding of the past. It serves as a critical resource for those looking to engage with Southern labor history from a perspective that foregrounds the roles of race and class in shaping worker experiences and movements
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Book Title: Reconsidering Southern Labor History : Race, Class, And Power
Number of Pages: 318 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: Reconsidering Southern Labor History : Race, Class, and Power
Publisher: University Press of Florida
Subject: Labor & Industrial Relations, Social Classes & Economic Disparity, United States / State & Local / South (Al, Ar, Fl, Ga, Ky, La, ms, Nc, SC, Tn, VA, WV)
Publication Year: 2020
Item Weight: 16.5 Oz
Type: Textbook
Author: Keri Leigh Merritt
Item Length: 9 in
Subject Area: Political Science, Social Science, History
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
