Great addition to any Work on Migrant Farm Labor Factories in the Field: The Story of Migratory Farm Labor in California by Carey McWilliams is considered one of the most important early studies of industrial agriculture and migrant labor in America.
First published in 1939 by Little, Brown and Company,the book examined the harsh realities faced by farm workers during the Depression era and helped expose labor exploitation in California agriculture. The work is often associated with the same historical period and social concerns that inspired The Grapes of Wrath.
Influential and Collectible Depression-Era Title This 1939 hardcover edition remains sought after by collectors of labor history, California history, social justice, and Depression-era Americana. McWilliams’ detailed research and firsthand reporting gave the book lasting historical significance, and it continues to be referenced in studies of American agriculture and labor movements today. Early hardcover editions in original condition are increasingly difficult to find, particularly with intact bindings and strong vintage Look at America’s Hidden Workforce
Factories in the Field: The Story of Migratory Farm Labor by Carey McWilliams is a groundbreaking 1939 examination of migrant farm workers in the United States during the Great Depression era. McWilliams exposes the harsh realities faced by agricultural laborers across California and the American West, making this one of the earliest and most influential works on labor rights and social justice in American farming history. The book combines investigative journalism with historical analysis, offering collectors and readers an important firsthand perspective on pre-World War II labor conditions.
Historic Depression-Era Social Commentary This hardcover edition is especially notable for its strong connection to the social and political climate of the late 1930s. Often compared alongside works like The Grapes of Wrath, McWilliams’ book helped bring national attention to migrant labor exploitation and corporate farming practices. A significant piece for collectors of labor history, Americana, New Deal-era literature, and California history, this volume remains an important and highly regarded work of investigative social criticism.
The book delves into the story of migratory farm labor in California, providing insight into the challenges and experiences of farmworkers. This book is a nice addition to anyone interested in agricultural history and labor practices.
