What Work Means: Beyond the Puritan Work Ethic

by Claudia Strauss

Book Overview

What Work Means goes beyond the stereotypes and captures the diverse ways Americans view work as a part of a good life. Dispelling the notion of Americans as obsessive workaholics, Claudia Strauss presents a more nuanced perspective. While some live to work, others prefer a diligent 9-to-5 work ethic that is conscientious but preserves time for other interests. Her participants often enjoyed their jobs without making work the...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1501775510
• ISBN13: 9781501775512
• Release Date: June 2024
• Publisher: ILR Press
• Length: 372 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher