JOURNAL ARTICLE

Fight Like Hell: The Untold Story of American Labor by Kim Kelly (review).

  • Published In: Labour / Travail, 2025, n. 95. P. 264 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Sangster, Joan 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses Kim Kelly's book, *Fight Like Hell: The Untold Story of American Labor*, which provides an engaging overview of U.S. labor history with a focus on diverse groups, including women, racialized individuals, and immigrants. Kelly employs a thematic rather than chronological structure, exploring various worker categories and emphasizing the importance of solidarity and resistance against oppressive systems. While the book is praised for its captivating storytelling and accessibility, it also faces criticism for potentially oversimplifying complex labor histories and underrepresenting certain political movements, such as the Communist Party's role in labor organizing. The article highlights the need for ongoing dialogue about the relationship between popular and academic histories in making labor struggles more central to American history. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Labour / Travail. 2025/03, Issue 95, p264
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0700-3862
  • DOI:10.52975/llt.2025v95.016
  • Accession Number:185349248
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