A Working Life
A Working Life by Polly Toynbee, published by Penguin Books in 1973, is a compilation of sociological case studies that examines the working and living conditions across various environments, including industry, hospitals, and the armed forces in the UK. This edition, written in English and spanning 153 pages, provides an insightful overview of the complexities surrounding factory work, assembly line operations, and labor relations.
Readers will find a detailed exploration of the impact of strikes, both official and unofficial, on workers, as well as discussions on wages and the experiences of different demographics, including women and young workers. The book addresses issues such as discrimination in equal pay and the challenges faced by older workers, offering a comprehensive look at the multifaceted nature of work life in the UK during this period.
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Compilation of sociological case studies illustrating the working conditions and living conditions in different work environments of industry, a hospital, the armed forces, etc. In the UK – covers factory work, assembly line work, labour relations, the impact of strikes and unofficial strikes on workers, wages, the woman worker (incl. Discrimination in respect of equal pay), employment services, young workers, older workers, etc.
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