An Introduction to the Sociology of Work and Occupations

Providing crucial insights into the evolution of life and work

Connecting work and occupations to the key subjects of sociological inquiry – social and technological change, race, ethnicity, gender, social class, education, social networks, and modes of organization – An Introduction to the Sociology of Work and Occupations: Continuity and Change in the 21^st Century introduces students to highly relevant analyses of today’s industrial and post-industrial society. Succinct yet comprehensive, this text provides useful analysis of a broad range of topics, covering the changes in the world of work from hunting and gathering to today's Information Age. Featuring a broad range of topics, this unique text provides crucial insight into how life and work are evolving in the 21^st century.

Key Features

· Provides relevant coverage of economic, technological, and social history so students thoroughly understand how the world of work has evolved over time

· Vividly illustrates how differing segments of society have been affected by profound changes in work and its social environment

· Each of 14 chapters focuses on a core aspect of work and occupations and connects it to key sociological themes, topics, and issues

· Weaves discussions of globalization and technological change and their relationship to work throughout the text, beginning with the opening pages

· End-of-chapter questions promote classroom debate and reflection on issues of interest to students and their lives

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Intended Audience

This text is valuable for upper-level undergraduate courses such as Sociology of Work and related courses in departments of sociology, organizational behavior, economics, human resource management, and organizational studies.