The Risings Of The Luddites

The Risings Of The Luddites: Chartists And Plugdrawers is a historical book written by Frank Peel and first published in 1888. The book provides a detailed account of the Luddite movement, which emerged in England during the early 19th century. The Luddites were a group of textile workers who protested against the introduction of new machinery that threatened their jobs and livelihoods. The book explores the social, economic, and political factors that led to the Luddite uprisings, as well as the government's response to the protests.In addition to the Luddite movement, Peel also examines the Chartists and Plugdrawers, two other groups that emerged during this period and advocated for workers' rights and political reform. The Chartists were a working-class movement that campaigned for universal suffrage and other democratic reforms, while the Plugdrawers were a group of skilled workers who protested against the use of unskilled labor in their industry.Overall, The Risings Of The Luddites: Chartists And Plugdrawers provides a comprehensive overview of the labor movements that emerged in England during the 19th century and their impact on society and politics. The book is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of labor and social movements.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.