The Organization of Capital (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
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Print on Demand. This book addresses the issue of labor and capital, the tension between which is an enduring problem with far-reaching consequences for workers and business owners alike. The author argues that the discord between these two key components of industry can be resolved through a spirit of cooperation and collective action, rather than conflict. They state that there is inherent merit in organized labor, and that it has the potential to create great benefit for workers, but only if it aligns with business through organization to create an equitable balance. This book explores the nuanced and complicated relationship between these two groups, grounded in the tireless research and lived experience of the author. It includes specific examples of how organized labor and capital have worked together to overcome obstacles, increase earning potential, and generally improve society, supporting the argument that organization is the path to conflict resolution. The insights in this book are significant, as they provide a path to common ground between business and labor that could help to overcome economic and social issues that are among the most challenging and pressing of our time. 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.…
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- Title
- The Organization of Capital (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- Herman Justi
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1331532647
- ISBN 13
- 9781331532644
- Seller catalogs
- Political Theory and History
Find practical ideas for calming labor tensions and guiding capital in a modern economy.
This nonfiction lecture from 1902 analyzes why capital and labor remain at odds and how they can be organized to serve the public. It argues that both sides must act as responsible partners, with fair wages, safe working conditions, and peaceful resolution of disputes. The book proposes that neither side should dominate, and that the key lies in mutual recognition, orderly processes, and the broad interests of society.
In clear terms, the author explains what organized capital should and should not be, and why true reform requires cooperation between workers and owners. It discusses historical strikes, the value of gradual concessions, and the dangers of excessive hostility. Through practical examples, it outlines how industry associations and mutual understanding can reduce conflict and boost stability.- Why organized capital and organized labor are both needed for industrial peace
- How gradual concessions and collective bargaining can improve outcomes
- Practical ideas for partnerships across different trades and industries
- Conditions for fair wages, safe workplaces, and responsible business practices
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