“How come you don't work fourteen hours a day? Your great-great-grandparents did. How come you only work the eight-hour day? Four guys got hanged fighting for the eight-hour day for you.”
Quote by Studs Terkel
Work
Touch and Go: A Memoir (Large Print 16pt)
This large print edition of the memoir delves into the author's life, offering insights into their personal journey and the events that shaped their story. more
Author
Studs Terkel
Studs Terkel was an American author, born on May 16, 1912, and passed away on October 31, 2008. He is known for his in-depth interviews with the working class and ordinary people in the United States, with his most famous work being 'Working: People Talk About Their Jobs'. more
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