Death in the Haymarket

In "Death in the Haymarket," historian James Green explores the explosive events of May 4, 1886, when a bomb during a Chicago labor rally led to a national outcry and a divisive trial resulting in four controversial executions. The audiobook chronicles the rise of the labor movement post-Civil War, focusing on the 20-year fight for the eight-hour workday and highlighting the significant social tensions of Gilded Age America. Through a compelling narrative and vivid characters, it sheds light on the challenges faced by workers and the lasting impact on American capitalism.