Self Help By The People, Part 1-2, 1844-1877 - George Jacob Holyoake - Bog

Self Help By The People, Part 1-2, 1844-1877: Thirty-Three Years Of Cooperation In Rochdale (1882) is a book written by George Jacob Holyoake. It is a comprehensive account of the cooperative movement that emerged in Rochdale, England during the years 1844 to 1877. The book is divided into two parts and covers a period of thirty-three years. The first part of the book provides an overview of the cooperative movement in Rochdale and its origins. It describes the challenges faced by the working class during the industrial revolution and the efforts made by them to improve their living conditions. The book also discusses the role of the Rochdale Society of Equitable Pioneers, which was established in 1844 and is considered to be the first successful cooperative society in the world.The second part of the book provides a detailed account of the development of the cooperative movement in Rochdale during the years 1844 to 1877. It describes the various cooperative societies that were established during this period and the challenges they faced. The book also discusses the role of George Jacob Holyoake, who was a prominent figure in the cooperative movement and played a significant role in its development.Overall, Self Help By The People, Part 1-2, 1844-1877: Thirty-Three Years Of Cooperation In Rochdale (1882) is an important historical account of the cooperative movement in Rochdale. It provides valuable insights into the challenges faced by the working class during the industrial revolution and the efforts made by them to improve their living conditions. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the cooperative movement and its impact on society.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.