The Walking Delegate

"The Walking Delegate" by Leroy Scott is a story about Tom Keating, a foreman in an ironworkers' union, as he battles against Buck Foley, a corrupt union leader. Set in the early 1900s, the book looks at important topics like workers' rights, staying true to yourself, and the problems workers faced during a time of fast-growing industries. The story begins with Tom and his crew working at the St. Etienne Hotel construction site, dealing with tough conditions and Foley's control. As accidents happen and tempers flare, the workers get more and more upset with Foley's unfair leadership. The beginning of the book shows the main characters and starts the conflict between Tom, who wants honest representation, and Foley, who only cares about himself, setting the stage for a thrilling story of loyalty and the fight for what's right in the tough world of labor.