Direct Action Gets the Goods - A Graphic History of the Strike in Canada (Paperback)

Art has always played a significant role in the history of the labour movement. Songs, stories, poems, pamphlets, and comics, have inspired workers to take action against greedy bosses and helped shape ideas of a more equal world. They also help fan the flames of discontent. Radical social change doesn't come without radical art. It would be impossible to think about labour unrest without its iconic songs like "Solidarity Forever" or its cartoons like Ernest Riebe's creation, Mr. Block. In this vein, The Graphic History Collective has created an illustrated chronicle of the strike--the organized withdrawal of labour power--in Canada. For centuries, workers in Canada--Indigenous and non-Indigenous, union and non-union, men and women--have used the strike as a powerful tool, not just for better wages, but also for growing working-class power. This lively comic book will inspire new generations to learn more about labour and working-class history and the power of solidarity.

General

Imprint:	Between the Lines
Country of origin:	Canada
Release date:	March 2019
Authors:	Graphic History Collective
Dimensions:	274 x 211 x 8mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	64
ISBN-13:	978-1-77113-417-0
Categories:	Books > Fiction > Special features > Graphic novels Books > Humanities > History > American history > General Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Central government > Central government policies Books > Business & Economics > Industry & industrial studies > Industrial relations & safety > Industrial relations > General Books > History > American history > General
LSN:	1-77113-417-8
Barcode:	9781771134170

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