Realities of Work

The Realities of Work provides a thorough analysis of the diverse nature of work in contemporary industrial society. Drawing on a wide range of evidence from different countries and current theories, it examines key issues such as: what values people attach to work; whether work is becoming more or less intensive; how some jobs come to be defined as 'skilled'; how emotions are increasingly used in jobs; how people 'survive' monotonous jobs; the importance of 'hidden' work; and discrimination at work.

Contents
Exploring the Realities of Work: An Introduction - The Changing Context of Work - The Meaning of Work - Time and Work - Work Skills - Work Routines - Emotion Work - Survival Strategies - Unfair Discrimination at Work - Hidden Work - Conclusion: The Realities of Work

Keywords: values, work, Meaning of Work, Time and Work, Work Skills, Work Routines, Emotion Work, Survival Strategies, Unfair Discrimination at Work, Hidden Work