Steinbeck's 1936 Articles on Migrant Workers Published in Italian
A collection of seven articles by John Steinbeck, originally written in 1936 and now published in Italian as 'I nomadi' (il Saggiatore, 110 pages, €16), examines the lives of migrant, nomadic, and seasonal workers. The release coincides with May Day, a holiday originating in the US in 1867 to celebrate the eight-hour workday, which was achieved through violent struggles. The text draws parallels between historical labor movements and contemporary political dynamics, referencing figures like Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez, Joan Baez, Bob Dylan, and the broader protest music tradition. The articles highlight the erasure of American socialist and civil rights history by right-wing ideologies exemplified by Donald Trump and his billionaire circle.
Key facts
- John Steinbeck wrote seven articles in 1936 about migrant workers.
- The articles are collected in the volume 'I nomadi' published by il Saggiatore.
- The book costs €16 and has 110 pages.
- May Day originated in the US in 1867 to celebrate the eight-hour workday.
- The eight-hour workday was achieved through battles, shootings, and hangings.
- Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez is mentioned as a contemporary political figure.
- Joan Baez and Bob Dylan are cited as part of protest music tradition.
- Donald Trump and his billionaire circle are criticized for erasing socialist history.
Entities
Artists
- John Steinbeck
- Joan Baez
- Bob Dylan
Institutions
- il Saggiatore
Locations
- United States
- America