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Routledge Critical Social Theory and the End of Work Book

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Explore the changing landscape of labor with Critical Social Theory and the End of Work by Routledge. This academic text examines how advanced production technology is leading to the elimination of traditional work roles. By looking at the sociological importance of these shifts, the book provides a deep look into how our work ethic and consumer ideologies are being reshaped by modern changes. Granter engages with the foundational ideas of major American and European thinkers, including Marx, Marcuse, Gorz, Habermas, and Negri. The text combines a history of ideas with social theory to trace the development of the 'end of work' thesis. It offers a detailed analysis of arguments for the abolition of labor as a response to current socio-historical shifts. This book is an essential resource for those studying how technological progress affects the structure of human society and the future of employment.

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Examines the sociological impact of advanced production technology on the elimination of traditional work.

Integrates the theories of key figures such as Marx, Marcuse, Gorz, Habermas, and Negri.

Combines a history of ideas with social theory to analyze the development of the end of work thesis.

Provides an analysis of the abolition of labor in response to modern socio-historical changes.

Investigates the relationship between technological shifts, work ethic, and consumer ideology.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0754676978
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences > Anthropology & Sociology
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 28 August 2009
Listed Since: 23 June 2009

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