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Synopsis
Men and women representing a variety of occupations, describe the daily routine of their jobs and express their grievances, aims, and dreams
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About the Author
Studs Terkel (1912-2008) was an award-winning author and radio broadcaster. He is the author of Race: How Blacks and Whites Think and Feel About the American Obsession; Division Street: America, Coming of Age: Growing Up in the Twentieth Century; Talking to Myself: A Memoir of My Times; "The Good War" An Oral History of World War II; Working: People Talk About What They Do All Day and How They Feel About What They Do; The Studs Terkel Reader: My American Century; American Dreams: Lost and Found; The Studs Terkel Interviews: Film and Theater; Hard Times: An Oral History of the Great Depression; Will the Circle Be Unbroken?: Reflections on Death, Rebirth, and Hunger for a Faith; Giants of Jazz; Hope Dies Last: Keeping the Faith in Troubled Times; And They All Sang: Adventures of an Eclectic Disc Jockey; Touch and Go: A Memoir; P.S.: Further Thoughts from a Lifetime of Listening; and Studs Terkel's Chicago, all published by The New Press. He was a member of the Academy of Arts and Letters and a recipient of a Presidential National Humanities Medal, the National Book Foundation Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters, a George Polk Career Award, and the National Book Critics Circle 2003 Ivan Sandrof Lifetime Achievement Award.
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Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Fair. Perhaps Studs Terkel's best-known book, Working is a compelling, fascinating look at jobs and the people who do them. Consisting of over one hundred interviews conducted with everyone from gravediggers to studio heads, this book provides a timeless snapshot of people's feelings about their working lives, as well as a relevant and lasting look at how work fits into American life. Seller Inventory # 00107382023
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Seller: Dan A. Domike, Hoquiam, WA, U.S.A.
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Soft cover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Heavy wear and creases to the covers. Mild page toning. Previous owners name on the front page. Otherwise a clean text and would make a good reading copy. Seller Inventory # 014138
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Seller: HPB-Ruby, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
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Mass Market Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_462246882
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Seller: Half Price Books Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
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Mass Market Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_472524551
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Seller: Once Upon A Time Books, Siloam Springs, AR, U.S.A.
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mass_market. Condition: Acceptable. This is a used book. It may contain highlighting/underlining and/or the book may show heavier signs of wear . It may also be ex-library or without dustjacket. This is a used book. It may contain highlighting/underlining and/or the book may show heavier signs of wear . It may also be ex-library or without dustjacket. Seller Inventory # mon0003575588
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Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0380002590I5N00
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Seller: BRIAN MCMILLAN, BOOKS, Traer, IA, U.S.A.
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Soft cover. Condition: Good. 12th prtg. ISBN#: 0-380-00259-0.Paperback. 762pp. G+. No obvious marks. Spine bowed wi/stress creases but still tight. Nonfiction. People talk about their work. Seller Inventory # 403620
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Working : People Talk about What They Do All Day and How They Feel about What They Do
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HarperCollins Publishers, 1976
ISBN 10: 0380002590
ISBN 13: 9780380002597
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First Edition
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
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Condition: Good. First Edition. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # GRP89066988
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Working : People Talk about What They Do All Day and How They Feel about What They Do
Published by
HarperCollins Publishers, 1976
ISBN 10: 0380002590
ISBN 13: 9780380002597
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Softcover
First Edition
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. First Edition. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 475536-6
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Avon March 1975, 1975
ISBN 10: 0380002590
ISBN 13: 9780380002597
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Mass Market Paperback
Seller: Firefly Bookstore, Kutztown, PA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Mass Market Paperback. Condition: Used Good. Firefly sells new and used books through our store front. We try to add a detailed description to as many titles as possible. If you have questions regarding this title, please contact us. Photos available on request. Seller Inventory # 422966