Routledge - The Global Governance of Precarity Book

Standard employment relationships are facing significant challenges worldwide. As permanent contracts and regular hours become less common, the rise of precarious work, unemployment, and informal labor becomes a central concern for global political economy. This volume, part of the RIPE Series in Global Political Economy, provides a deep analysis of these shifting dynamics. Rather than viewing precarity as a new phenomenon, this book argues that unstable work and violence have been longstanding features for much of the global population. It challenges the Eurocentric view that laments the loss of secure jobs, suggesting that such a perspective is historically myopic. By examining the politics of irregular work and the expansion of informal labor, this text offers a necessary perspective on how primitive accumulation shapes modern work structures. It is an essential resource for anyone studying international economics, trade, and the changing nature of global labor markets.