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Working in America: Continuity, Conflict, And Change - Softcover

Wharton, Amy S.

 
9780073528014: Working in America: Continuity, Conflict, And Change
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0073528013 ISBN 13: 9780073528014
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities Social, 2005

Synopsis

Drawing on a wide range of classic writings and contemporary empirical selections, this text examines important topics in the field and exposes students to examples of sociological research and different theoretical approaches to studying the world of work.

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From the Publisher

Micro-macro linkages. This comprehensive anthology includes readings that explore both micro and macro dimensions of work, thereby helping students see how work is shaped by its social context and how workplace dynamics shape the larger society.
Illustration of timely issues. Current issues examined include: The meanings of work - Occupational feminization - The effects of technology - Work-family relations - Corporate restructuring and new forms of work - The changing demographics of the workplace - The effects of globalization
Integration of gender, race, and ethnicity. Integration of gender, race, and ethnicity throughout the book encourages students to see the many ways in which these social categories shape work experience and organization.
Part Introductions. Introductions at the beginning of each of the six parts of the book briefly describe the readings and identify the central themes emerging throughout the book.

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Publisher
McGraw-Hill Humanities Social
Publication date
2005
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0073528013
ISBN 13 
9780073528014
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
3
Number of pages
590