The Case of Joe Hill

The famous Wobbly poet, songwriter and organizer was executed in Salt Lake Cityon November 19, 1915. Many felt that he was not guilty of the murder he was charged with, that he did not have a fair trial, and that he was the victim of class persecution. Here the noted labor historian, Philip Foner presents the first complete study of this important labor case. Based on exhaustive research in a wide variety of sources, many never before examined, Dr. Foner conclusively demonstrates that Joe Hill was the victim of a colossal frame up.

Product details

• Authors: Philip Foner
• Publisher: International Publishers
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.07.2022
• EAN: 9780717800254
• ISBN: 978-0-7178-0025-4
• No. of pages: 140
• Dimensions: 140 mm x 210 mm x 8 mm
• Weight: 181 g
• Subject: Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political education