This study, first published in 1986, examines and evaluates the personnel techniques and activities that were characteristic of one period in American industrial life. This title will be of interest to students of business studies and human resource management.

1. Economic Setting 2. Improvement of Plant and Working Conditions 3. Dining Facilities 4. Recreation and Employee Benefits 5. Hours, Incentive Wage Plans, and Supplementary Compensation 6. Selection, Training, Safety and Medical Work 7. Administration and Personnel Activities 8. An Appraisal