In Workers - An Experiment in Reality: The East, Walter A. Wyckoff takes readers on a fascinating journey through the lives and experiences of workers in the Eastern United States during the late 19th century. Through a combination of firsthand accounts, statistics, and personal observations, Wyckoff sheds light on the struggles and hardships faced by laborers in this time period.

One of the most compelling aspects of the book is Wyckoff's ability to bring these workers to life through his detailed descriptions and vivid storytelling. From coal miners to factory workers, each individual is given a voice and a presence in the narrative, allowing readers to fully appreciate the challenges they faced on a daily basis.

Additionally, Wyckoff's thorough research and analysis of the economic, social, and political factors that influenced the lives of these workers adds depth and context to their stories. By examining the broader forces at play, Wyckoff is able to paint a comprehensive picture of the realities of life for laborers during this time period.

Overall, Workers - An Experiment in Reality: The East is a compelling and insightful read that offers valuable insights into the lives of workers in the late 19th century. Wyckoff's skillful storytelling and in-depth analysis make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of labor in America.

Book Description:
A young scholar, recently graduated from Princeton College, travels across the United States as a member of the working class, taking any job he could find, enduring hardships and struggling to make a living. He travelled mainly on foot, designing for himself a social experiment on experiencing different class and culture structures and the reality of working conditions at the end of the 19th century. This volume covers the Eastern part of the United States. - Summary by Phyllis Vincelli The second volume The Workers - An Experiment in Reality - the West covers the Western part of the United States.