This is an absolutely wonderful book written with love by Roy's son. I had always heard about Roy's brother, Walter, but had not heard about Roy. I am glad he finally is getting his due! He was instrumental in the Famous Flint sit down strike in 1936/1937, which was a really important milestone in labor history. We learn about the struggles workers faced to get a decent wage and better working conditions while dealing with the onslaught of violent police state tactics by GM and hired goons. But we also learn about his family - his siblings, his parents (his dad was a proud labor organizer too), and his wife and children. This book gives an honest portrayal of the pressures of organizing vs. home life (from safety and security to long hours and lots of travel). These took a toll on the family, and his wife suffered from depression. It is heartbreaking too that when he was finally getting to a point where he would be slowing down "retire," he ended up dying of heart failure before he could enjoy time with his wife. Because it is written by his son, we get an insider view that is also loving and compassionate. I recommend this read.

Thank you to Netgalley and Michigan State University Press for an ARC and I voluntarily left this review.

A clear, easy to follow chronology of the work for workers and civil rights by Roy Reuther. Many of the events of the civil rights movement mirrored workers rights movements. It was interesting to see how Roy's life and work interconnected with others within movements that might not seem connected. Solidarity Forever!