Publisher's Synopsis
The Life Story Of Will Crooks, M.P.: From Workhouse To Westminster is a biographical book written by George Haw and published in 1917. The book tells the story of Will Crooks, a British politician who rose from humble beginnings in a workhouse to become a Member of Parliament.The book begins by describing Crooks' childhood in poverty and his experiences in the workhouse. It then follows his journey as he becomes a trade unionist and socialist activist, fighting for better working conditions and wages for the working class.Crooks' political career is also covered in detail, including his election as a member of the London County Council and his eventual election to the House of Commons as a Labour Party MP. The book provides insights into Crooks' political beliefs and his efforts to improve the lives of working-class people in Britain.Overall, The Life Story Of Will Crooks, M.P.: From Workhouse To Westminster is a fascinating account of the life of a remarkable politician who overcame great adversity to achieve success and make a difference in the world.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.
