Syndicalism in action: how the Italian glassblowers became their own employers - Odon Por

Glassblowers in the US in 1908

Glassblowers in the US in 1908

A short pamphlet, which is very uncritical but still contains useful historical information about Italian glassblowers in the early 20th century, who first formed an industrial union then formed a cooperative to rival the private employers.

Originally written in 1910.

Digitised by libcom.org and reproduced with the kind permission of Kate Sharpley Library. We heartily recommend you buy this pamphlet or donate to KSL on their website.

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