An Introduction to the Sociology of Work and Occupations

by Rudi Volti

"Among those who teach the Sociology of Work and Occupations, it is no secret that few textbooks or edited collections of readings appear to be specifically written for such courses. Rudi Volti helps fill that void with an accessible paperback textbook that is about half the length (and price) of many comprehensive textbooks in a variety of fields within sociology. - TEACHING SOCIOLOGY "In this gem of a work, the author lodges the development of work and occupations in framework of changes in values and the historical climates embracing those values over time." -CHOICE 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 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 Instructor Resources on CD   are   available to qualified instructors. Please contact info@sagepub.com or 1-800-818-7243 (6 am - 5 pm, PT) to request a copy.

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.

Genres: Sociology, Nonfiction

296 pages, Paperback

First published December 6, 2007

About the author

Rudi Volti is Emeritus Professor Sociology at Pitzer College, where he taught courses on the sociology of work and occupations, economic sociology, technology and society, and complex organizations.

Reviews

[ayesha :oo]

a textbook for school👍👍👍

[Raejean · Rating 3 out of 5]

An informative look at employment history and current struggles.