{"title":"Jennifer A. Delton","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by the esteemed author Jennifer A. Delton. Known for her profound exploration of history, Delton expertly unravels complex narratives with clarity and depth. Her writing often delves into the intricacies of industrial and military history, offering readers a comprehensive look at pivotal moments and movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this category is \u003cem\u003eThe Industrialists\u003c\/em\u003e, where Delton sheds light on the dynamic interplay between industrial powerhouses and military advancements — a theme that she navigates with both scholarly wisdom and engaging prose. Her ability to weave historical facts with insightful commentary ensures her books are both educational and captivating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJennifer A. Delton's works are an ideal choice for history enthusiasts and anyone eager to understand the forces that have shaped modern society through the lenses of industry and military evolution. Dive into her world and discover the rich tapestry of stories that have defined our past and continue to influence our present.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-industrialists-by-jennifer-a-delton-9780691203348","title":"The Industrialists","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first complete history of US industry's most influential and controversial lobbyist. Founded in 1895, the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) helped make manufacturing the basis of the US economy and a major source of jobs in the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Industrialists\u003c\/em\u003e traces the history of the advocacy group from its origins to today, examining its role in shaping modern capitalism, while also highlighting the many tensions and contradictions within the organization that sometimes hampered its mission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this compelling book, Jennifer Delton argues that NAM—an organization best known for fighting unions, promoting \"free enterprise,\" and defending corporate interests—was also surprisingly progressive. She shows how it encouraged companies to adopt innovations such as safety standards, workers' comp, and affirmative action, and worked with the US government and international organizations to promote the free exchange of goods and services across national borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile NAM's modernizing and globalizing activities helped to make American industry the most profitable and productive in the world by midcentury, they also eventually led to deindustrialization, plant closings, and the decline of manufacturing jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTaking readers from the Progressive Era and the New Deal to the Reagan Revolution and the Trump presidency, \u003cem\u003eThe Industrialists\u003c\/em\u003e is the story of a powerful organization that fought US manufacturing's political battles, created its economic infrastructure, and expanded its global markets—only to contribute to the widespread collapse of US manufacturing by the close of the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850134147308,"sku":"9780691203348","price":123.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2020623482434.jpg?v=1759080169"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/jennifer-a-delton.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}