Men and Things

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Atkinson, Henry A., 1877-1960

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Men and Things" by Henry A. Atkinson is a social work study published in the early 20th century. The book examines the various worlds of labor and the conditions under which workers operate, highlighting the significance of proper treatment and societal recognition of their contributions. Atkinson, who holds positions within the Congregational Church, emphasizes the relationship between work and life, and the need for social reforms to improve the welfare of workers and address the economic disparities affecting them. The opening of the text sets the stage for a discussion on the nature and importance of work within society, illustrating the daily life and struggles of workers, both in cities and rural areas. Atkinson describes scenes of bustling streets filled with workers, drawing a connection between their ceaseless labor and the broader societal framework. He reflects on the character of labor, the purpose it serves, and how it defines social identity. The narrative firmly establishes the themes that will be explored in later chapters, particularly focusing on the integral role of workers in society and the moral responsibilities that come with it, thereby urging a deeper understanding and appreciation of those who contribute to our civilization. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Foreword

The world of work

The world of the rural workers

The world of the spinners and weavers

The world of the garment workers

The world of the miners

The world of the steel workers

The world of the transportation men

The world of the makers of luxuries

The world of seasonal labor and the casual workers

The world of industrial women

The world of the child workers

The message and ministry of the church

Bibliography.

Credits:

Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 67.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2016-09-09