Thought of Work
Thought of Work What is work? And why does it matter? Is it simply a burden to be tolerated or something more meaningful to one's sense of identity and self-worth? Budd presents ten historical and…
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Thought of Work
What is work? And why does it matter? Is it simply a burden to be tolerated or something more meaningful to one's sense of identity and self-worth?
Budd presents ten historical and contemporary views of work from across the social sciences and humanities. In a uniquely thought-provoking book, John W. By uncovering the diverse ways in which we conceptualize work--such as a way to serve or care for others, a source of freedom, a source of income, a method of psychological fulfillment, or a social relation shaped by class, gender, race, and power--The Thought of Work reveals the wide-ranging nature of work and establishes its fundamental importance for the human experience.
When we work, we experience our biological, psychological, economic, and social selves. Work locates us in the world, helps us and others make sense of who we are, and determines our access to material and social