{"product_id":"feelings-and-work-in-modern-history-emotional-labour-and-emotions-about-labour-9781350197183","title":"Feelings and Work in Modern History: Emotional Labour and Emotions about Labour","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eWork is a fundamental part of the human experience, but emotions rarely take center stage. This edited collection explores the troubled relationship between emotion and work, shedding light on the feelings and meanings of both paid and unpaid labor from the late 19th to the 21st century. It critiques the concept of \"emotional labor\" and examines the methods deployed by workplaces to manage or \"administrate\" emotions. It also explores the damages wrought to physical and emotional health by certain workplaces and practices, critiquing the pathologization of some emotional responses to work, and acknowledging the joy and meaning people derive from their labor. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 280 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 24 February 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWork, in all its forms, is a fundamental aspect of human existence, yet it often remains a realm where emotions play a secondary role. This edited collection delves into the intricate relationship between emotion and work, shedding light on the profound feelings and meanings associated with both paid and unpaid labor across the late 19th to the 21st centuries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the heart of this book lies a reevaluation of \"emotional labor,\" a term that has come to be associated with household and \"life admin work,\" predominantly performed by women, and which perpetuates gender inequalities. By critiquing this term and examining the historical trajectory of how work has shaped our emotional experiences, Feelings and Work in Modern History explores the evolving values we have assigned to our labor. It delves into the strategies employed by workplaces to manage or \"administer\" our emotions, tracing the evolution of feelings across 19th, 20th, and 21st-century Europe, Asia, and South America.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to examining the detrimental effects of certain workplaces and practices on physical and emotional well-being, the book also critiques the pathologization of certain emotional responses to work. It acknowledges the profound joy and meaning that people derive from their labor, appraising the concept of \"work-life balance\" and exploring the shifting notions of professionalism. Furthermore, the book critically engages with the history of capitalism and neo-liberalism, interrogating their lasting impact on the current and future emotional landscape of labor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy undertaking this comprehensive exploration, Feelings and Work in Modern History aims to provide a deeper understanding of the complex interplay between emotion, work, and society. It sheds light on the hidden dimensions of our labor experiences, challenging us to reevaluate our assumptions and advocate for more equitable and fulfilling workplaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 576g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 164 x 241 x 23 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781350197183\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44094411931898,"sku":"9781350197183","price":101.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1647340033535_book.jpg?v=1647358332","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/feelings-and-work-in-modern-history-emotional-labour-and-emotions-about-labour-9781350197183","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}