"The Making of the English Working Class" is a book by historian E.P. Thompson, published in 1963. It explores the development of the working class in England during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, particularly in the context of the Industrial Revolution. Thompson emphasizes the social and cultural experiences of workers, highlighting their struggles and the formation of a collective identity. The book argues that the working class was not merely a product of economic changes but was actively shaped by political movements, social interactions, and cultural practices. Thompson's work is significant for its focus on the agency of workers and the importance of understanding history from their perspective.