"Fire!: The Beginnings of the Labor Movement" by James Watling explores the rise of labor movements in the United States during the late 19th century. Through compelling narratives and historical accounts, the book delves into the struggles and triumphs of workers who fought for fair wages, safe working conditions, and the right to organize. It highlights key events such as strikes and protests, showcasing the relentless spirit of ordinary people banding together to challenge oppressive labor practices. Watling illustrates how these early efforts laid the groundwork for the labor rights we recognize today, providing a crucial understanding of social justice and collective action. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Once Upon America .

There are 54 pages in this book. This book was published in 1997 by Penguin Random House Australia .

Barbara Diamond Goldin is currently the youth librarian in a public library. She is the recipient of the Sydney Taylor Body-of-Work Award from the Association of Jewish Libraries for her significant contribution to Jewish children's literature. She is the author of many works of fiction and non-fiction.