Wobbly: The Rough-And-Tumble Story Of An American Radical Paperback - 2007

""Wobbly: The Rough-And-Tumble Story Of An American Radical"" by Ralph Chaplin is a non-fiction book that explores the life and experiences of the author as a member of the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW), also known as the Wobblies. The book provides an in-depth look at the history of the IWW and its impact on American labor and politics during the early 20th century.Chaplin, who was a cartoonist and writer for the IWW, shares his personal experiences as a member of the organization and the struggles he faced as a radical activist. He also delves into the larger social and political context of the time, including the rise of capitalism, the labor movement, and the fight for workers' rights.Throughout the book, Chaplin provides a vivid and engaging account of the Wobblies and their efforts to challenge the status quo and bring about social change. He also examines the various challenges and obstacles that the organization faced, including government repression, internal divisions, and the changing economic landscape.Overall, ""Wobbly: The Rough-And-Tumble Story Of An American Radical"" is a compelling and informative account of a key period in American history and the important role that the IWW played in shaping it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in labor history, social justice, and the fight for workers' rights.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.