The History Of The Rochdale Pioneers (1893)

The History of the Rochdale Pioneers is a book written by George Jacob Holyoake in 1893. The book chronicles the formation and development of the Rochdale Society of Equitable Pioneers, which was a cooperative society formed in Rochdale, England in 1844. The society was founded by a group of weavers who were tired of the exploitative practices of local shopkeepers and merchants. They decided to form a cooperative society where they could pool their resources and purchase goods in bulk, thereby reducing costs and increasing their purchasing power. The book provides a detailed account of the early struggles of the Rochdale Pioneers, including their initial attempts to establish a cooperative store and the challenges they faced in gaining acceptance from the local community. It also explores the principles and values that underpinned the society, such as democracy, equality, and cooperation. The History of the Rochdale Pioneers is an important historical document that provides insight into the origins of the cooperative movement and the role that cooperatives have played in promoting economic and social justice. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of cooperatives, as well as for those interested in the broader history of social and economic movements.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.