The Future Of The Working Classes: Economic Facts For Employers And Wage Earners (1914) - Softcover

Babson, Roger Ward

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1120882907 ISBN 13: 9781120882905

Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, 2010

Synopsis

The Future of the Working Classes: Economic Facts for Employers and Wage Earners is a book written by Roger Ward Babson and published in 1914. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the economic conditions of the working classes in America during the early 20th century. Babson, a prominent American businessman and economist, provides a detailed examination of the economic challenges faced by both employers and wage earners, and offers practical solutions to address these issues.The book is divided into three parts. In the first part, Babson provides an overview of the economic conditions of the working classes, including their wages, living standards, and working conditions. He also discusses the impact of technological advancements on the workforce and the changing nature of work.The second part of the book focuses on the role of employers in improving the economic conditions of their workers. Babson discusses the importance of fair wages, safe working conditions, and opportunities for training and advancement. He also emphasizes the need for employers to take a long-term view of their business, rather than focusing solely on short-term profits.In the final part of the book, Babson addresses the role of wage earners in improving their own economic conditions. He discusses the importance of education, thrift, and personal responsibility in achieving financial stability and success.Overall, The Future of the Working Classes is a thoughtful and insightful analysis of the economic challenges faced by the working classes in America during the early 20th century. Babson's practical solutions and emphasis on the importance of both employers and wage earners working together to improve economic conditions make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American labor and economics.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.

Edition details

• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1120882907
• ISBN 13: 9781120882905
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 88