The Luddite Rebellion
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Published
New York : New York University Press, ©1998.
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xvii, 182 pages : illustrations, maps ; 26 cm.
Status
Community College of Aurora - CentreTech - BOOKS
DA 535 .B35 1998
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DA 535 .B35 1998
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Published
New York : New York University Press, ©1998.
Format
Book
Language
English
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (p. [174]-177) and index.
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"In modern parlance, "Luddite" has come to mean one who rejects modern ways for a simpler time. While the term is bandied about frequently in our technology-saturated age, the historical events in which the expression finds its origin have largely been forgotten." "The Luddite riots, which proved to be one of the defining moments of the Industrial Revolution, began in 1799 when Ned Ludd, a "backward youth," is said to have smashed a knitting frame. Ludd's actions provoked a prolonged outbreak of machine-breaking by desperate textile workers, giving way to a rebellion that would serve as a metaphor for future generations." "Who were the Luddites? What were their ultimate aims, if indeed they had any? How were they organized? Who were their leaders? The Luddite Rebellion explores these and other questions, presenting a comprehensive account of the Luddite Rebellion from its beginnings to the savage repression which marked its end."--BOOK JACKET.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Bailey, B. J. (1998). The Luddite Rebellion . New York University Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Bailey, Brian J. 1998. The Luddite Rebellion. New York University Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Bailey, Brian J. The Luddite Rebellion New York University Press, 1998.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Bailey, Brian J. The Luddite Rebellion New York University Press, 1998.
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