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Working BodiesExplore the transformative study of service work with 'Working Bodies,' authored by leading experts and published by John Wiley & Sons. This insightful book delves deep into the nature of embodied work within service dominated economies. Perfect for academics, professionals, and anyone interested in the socio economic impacts of labor, 'Working Bodies' reveals how low status interactive and embodied servicing work is evolving. Discover the definition
Explore the transformative study of service work with 'Working Bodies,' authored by leading experts and published by John Wiley & Sons. This insightful book delves deep into the nature of embodied work within service-dominated economies. Perfect for academics, professionals, and anyone interested in the socio-economic impacts of labor, 'Working Bodies' reveals how low-status interactive and embodied servicing work is evolving. Discover the definition of 'body work' that includes the intricate relationships employees forge with their own bodies and those of others. The book’s case studies are grounded in UK contexts while highlighting global economic shifts, making it essential reading for understanding the service sector's complexities and disparities. With 284 pages of compelling research and analysis, this brand new title (ISBN: 9781405159784) sheds light on the increasing polarization within service roles and the implications for workers. This book successfully integrates perspectives from geography, sociology, anthropology, labor market studies, and feminist scholarship to provide a multi-faceted view of work today. Boost your knowledge on body work in the context of the global economy! Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
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ISBN: 9781405159784
Year: 2009
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 284
Description:
Through a series of case studies of low-status interactive and
embodied servicing work, Working Bodies examines the
theoretical and empirical nature of the shift to embodied work in
service-dominated economies.
Defines ?body work? to include the work by service
sector employees on their own bodies and on the bodies of
others
Sets UK case studies in the context of global patterns of
economic change
Explores the consequences of growing polarization in the
service sector
Draws on geography, sociology, anthropology, labour market
studies, and feminist scholarship
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