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The pamphlet analyzes arguments for a legally limited working day, first defining work and its measurement by duration and intensity, then examining physiological and mental consequences of long hours, the economic trade-offs of shorter hours, and the historical development of the movement across several countries; it concludes with an assessment of contemporary debates, practical difficulties, and general recommendations for balancing workers' welfare with economic realities.
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