Jewish Workers and the Labour Movement: A Comparative Study of Amsterdam, London and Paris, 1870-1914

Hofmeester, Karin/ Mitzman, Lee (Translator)

ISBN 10: 0754609073 / ISBN 13: 9780754609070

Published by Ashgate Pub Ltd, 2004

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illustrated edition. 362 pages. 9.25x6.25x1.00 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Jewish Workers and the Labour Movement: A Comparative Study of Amsterdam, London and Paris, 1870-1914
• Publisher: Ashgate Pub Ltd
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0754609073
• ISBN 13: 9780754609070
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.83 kilograms

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Synopsis

During the late nineteenth century, many Jewish workers and intellectuals considered their integration into the general labour movement as a good way to counter the double disadvantage they suffered in society as Jews and workers. Whilst in Amsterdam this process encountered few obstacles, it was more problematical in London and Paris. Through a detailed examination of the collaborative efforts of Jewish labour in these three cities, Jewish Workers and the Labour Movement reveals the multi-layered and unique position of Jewish workers in the labour market. It shows how various factors such as economic change, political upheaval, state intervention and anti-Semitism all affected the pace of integration, and draws conclusions that highlight the similarities as well as the differences between the efforts of Jewish workers to improve their lot in France, Britain and Holland.

About the Author

Karin Hofmeester is Professor of Jewish Culture, University of Antwerp, Beligum