Wilkinson, Ellen
The Town that Was Murdered
- ISBN 13:
- 9780850367492
- author:
- Wilkinson, Ellen
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- The Merlin Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 282
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 centimetres (0.39 kg
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Town That Was Murdered: The Life Story of Jarrow by Ellen Cicely Wilkinson
This well-researched survey explores the complex history of Jarrow, from its struggles with mass unemployment and poverty to the impact of state relief and the decline of shipbuilding. Wilkinson examines how local firms were driven into bankruptcy and jobs destroyed, highlighting the combined power of city finance and shipbuilding magnates.
The book played a significant role in shaping the drive for a Welfare State, influencing the Labour government of 1945. Its historical significance continues to resonate today, offering valuable insights into the social and economic issues that remain relevant in our own time.
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