Loom and spindle - Life among the early mill girls (with a sketch of "the Lowell offering")

Harriet Jane Hanson Robinson

Beschreibung

In "Loom and Spindle," Harriet Jane Hanson Robinson masterfully intertwines autobiographical narrative with social commentary, offering a profound exploration of the textile industry and the plight of mill workers in 19th-century America. The book is rich in vivid descriptions and poignant reflections, illustrating not only the physical labor associated with weaving but also the emotional toil it extracts from those who toil endlessly at the loom. Robinson's prose captures the rhythms of factory life while highlighting the complexities of gender and class, making her work a critical piece of labor literature and a window into the early women's movement. Harriet Jane Hanson Robinson, a prominent figure in the industrial labor movement, was born into a family of mill workers, providing her intimate knowledge of the struggles faced by her contemporaries. Her experiences as a child laborer and later an activist inspired her commitment to advocating for workers' rights and women's suffrage. Robinson's insights are deeply informed by her own life history, making her portrayal of mill life both authentic and deeply resonant. This remarkable book is essential reading for anyone interested in labor history, women's studies, and the socio-economic transformations of the 19th century. Robinson's evocative storytelling invites readers to reflect on the intertwined destinies of industrial laborers and the evolution of American society. "Loom and Spindle" remains a crucial text for understanding the historical context that shaped modern labor movements and continues to inspire discourse on workers' rights today.

Verfügbar seit: 02.03.2025.

Drucklänge: 210 Seiten.

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