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Labor and Laborers of the Loom examines the social, cultural and economic implications of industrialization through the lens of handloom weavers during the transformative period of 1780-1840. This scholarly work explores the rapid growth of handloom weaving in response to water-powered spinning technology, analysing the mechanization process from multiple perspectives including technological development, mechanical constraints, weaving characteristics, worker skills, income patterns and production costs. The study distinguishes itself by focusing on extra-factory workers rather than factory-based labour, providing crucial insights into how industrialization reshaped livelihoods outside traditional factory settings. Part of the Studies in American Popular History and Culture series published by Routledge, this volume synthesises historical research to understand how the textile industry's transformation affected working communities and labour practices during this critical period of economic change.

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Examines handloom weavers and their response to water-powered spinning mechanization during 1780-1840 industrial transformation.

Analyses labour from perspectives of mechanics, technological limitations, skills and income rather than factory-based production alone.

Explores the rapid growth of handloom weaving as a distinct economic and social phenomenon during early industrialization.

Part of the Studies in American Popular History and Culture series published by Routledge for scholarly research.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0415979021
Category: Books > Subjects > Business, Finance & Law > Biographies & Histories > Business & Economic History
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 25 July 2006
Listed Since: 13 February 2007

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