Child labor has become a hot topic in recent years, as evidenced by the uproar over clothing made by child workers, activism on U.S. college and university campuses, and protests against the recent World Trade Organization meeting in Seattle. The compilers have brought together historical and current information in a convenient format. Recommended for undergraduates beginning research on child labor.

Choice

This will be useful to those wanting to know about child labor and its history as well as current status.

American Reference Books Annual

This volume fills a gap and will be appreciated by reference librarians in academic, public, and high school libraries.

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