trade-unions

Traces the life of the Polish union organizer who was instrumental in gaining government recognition for Solidarity, an organization of local unions, and who won the l983 Nobel Peace Prize.

Text and accompanying photographs recount the history of the events that shaped the migrant work force in the United States.

Describes the life of the American labor organizer Mary Harris Jones.

Discusses the history of trade unions, their structure and function, and several issues facing today's organized labor movement.

Presents the life story of the Mexican American labor leader who achieved justice for migrant farm workers by creating a union to protect their rights.

Recounts the story of the American Federation of Labor and other early unions, detailing their efforts to organize labor in order to be able to demand better wages and working conditions, and shorter workdays.

Traces the history of labor unions in the United States and discusses their organization, goals, and methods of operation.

Examines the life and accomplishments of the Mexican American labor activist who helped organize migrant farm workers and establish a union to fight for their rights.

Examines the life of the Mexican American labor organizer who demanded rights for migrant farm workers.