This book, an in-depth exploration of the first Factory Acts of 1833 and 1845, sheds light on the conditions that drove 19th-century legislative reforms to regulate child labor in factories and workshops. The author examines the formative role of these laws in improving the lives of young workers and their families during a time of rapid industrial growth and exploitation. Through the analysis of parliamentary debates, government reports, and contemporary literature, the book uncovers the complex interplay between public health concerns, economic interests, and humanitarian ideals that shaped these historic regulations. Ultimately, it highlights the significance of the Factory Acts as a pioneering framework for protecting vulnerable workers and safeguarding their fundamental rights, leaving a lasting legacy on labor legislation around the world.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, an in-depth exploration of the first Factory Acts of 1833 and 1845, sheds light on the conditions that drove 19th-century legislative reforms to regulate child labor in factories and workshops. The author examines the formative role of these laws in improving the lives of young workers and their families during a time of rapid industrial growth and exploitation. Through the analysis of parliamentary debates, government reports, and contemporary literature, the book uncovers the complex interplay between public health concerns, economic interests, and humanitarian ideals that shaped these historic regulations. Ultimately, it highlights the significance of the Factory Acts as a pioneering framework for protecting vulnerable workers and safeguarding their fundamental rights, leaving a lasting legacy on labor legislation around the world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780331498295_0
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