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The Iron Puddler: My Life in the Rolling Mills and What Came of It

By James J. Davis
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An immigrant memoir recounts the author's rise from manual work in iron mills through union and fraternal organizing to national public office, describing hard labor, self-education, advocacy for workers' rights, and founding a residential school for children of workers. It mixes personal anecdotes about early hardships and practical lessons against obscure jargon with reflections on labor-capital relations, occupational pride, and the value of fraternal solidarity, and includes discussions of education, labor policy, and management-employee communication based on the author's experience in industry and public service.

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James J. Davis

James J. Davis was an American author and labor leader, best known for his autobiographical work, "The Iron Puddler: My Life in the Rolling Mills and What Came of It." In this book, Davis shares his experiences working in the steel industry, providing a vivid account of life in the rolling mills and the challenges faced by laborers during his time. His narrative not only reflects the struggles of the working class but also highlights the importance of labor rights and union organization. Davis's contributions to literature and labor history offer valuable insights into the industrial era in America.

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