The Sociology of Work: Structures and Inequalities

摘要

This textbook is an introduction to the sociology of work which primarily addresses newcomers and students. What makes it different from other textbooks is its special focus on occupational structures and the inequalities associated with them. In particular, disadvantages caused by gender, racial and ethnic differences are discussed throughout the book. The chapters mostly begin with a description of concrete situations from the working world or specific historical events. Thus, readers are introduced to the single topics in a clear and vivid way. An engaging and comprehensible writing style makes it easy to follow the authors' arguments. Another didactic element is the informative boxes which contain illustrative examples and deal with specific aspects in more detail.