Routledge Migration, Domestic Work and Affect - Sociology Book

Explore the complex realities of domestic and care work in private households with this academic study from Routledge. As the largest employment sector for migrant women, domestic work requires a deep understanding of the social and economic forces at play. This book provides a decolonial analysis of the feminization of labor by examining the personal experiences of Latin American undocumented migrant workers. Through a focused look at interpersonal relationships between workers and employers in Austria, Germany, Spain, and the UK, the text offers a cultural analysis of domestic work as affective labor. This research serves as a necessary voice in contemporary debates regarding citizenship and labor. It is an essential resource for students, researchers, and professionals interested in gender, society, and migration studies.