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The Sociology of Work : Continuity and Change in Paid and Unpaid Work
by Stephen Edgell and Edward Granter
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Overview
'Definitive, critical and engaging, this is a superb introduction to the sociology of work.' Leo McCann
Now in a fully updated third edition, The Sociology of Work draws on the work of classic and contemporary theorists, to provide readers with a thorough exploration of all aspects of work and employment, including paid and unpaid work, standard and non-standard employment, and unemployment.
The new edition includes:
- Two new chapters on "Work, Skill and the Labour Process" and "Managing Culture at Work".
- Expanded coverage of the rise and decline of trade unions; emotional labour, misbehaviour, and resistance at work.
- Further discussion of the gig economy and precarious work; automation and the end of work; globalization and human rights.
For Sociology and Business students, taking modules in work, employment and society.
This item is Non-Returnable
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9781526402639
- ISBN-10: 1526402637
- Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
- Publish Date: December 2019
- Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.5 x 1.1 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.85 pounds
- Page Count: 400
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