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The
Reuther Brothers
Walter, Roy, and Victor
Mike and Pam Smith
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The
tale of the Reuther brothers —Walter, Roy, and Victor —is more
than a story of how one of America's great unions was created. It is also
a powerful example of how teamwork, dedication, and concern for others can
improve the lives of many people. This book portrays the brothers' lifelong
commitment to each other and to workers' rights, while charting the career
paths that ultimately led each one to his involvement with the United Automobile
Workers (UAW).
In a clear, lively narration that explains many important concepts to young
readers, this book describes a string of fascinating events, including Walter
and Victor's trip to Nazi Germany, their days spent teaching in a Soviet factory,
and the strikes they organized in the United States. Against the background
of the Depression and the Civil Rights movement, The
Reuther Brothers helps readers to understand the
ongoing struggles for economic and social justice. |
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"Written
for the Detroit Biography Series for Young
Readers, The Reuther Brothers tells the
story of Walter, Victor, and Roy Reuther from their childhood to Walter's
becoming president of the United Automobile Workers. Smith does a wonderful
job weaving together the Reuther brothers' family story, and their work
in building the labor movement. The Reuther
Brothers is, simply, a terrific book. I
look forward to reading it to my children, who I am sure will learn from
it and enjoy it." —Kevin Boyle, University of Massachusetts
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