Youth, Work and the Post-Fordist Self

Youth are increasingly seeing their identities as tied to their value as workers in post-Fordist capitalism, and this book explores how social inequalities are manifested through the practices and ethics that young people use to cultivate an economically productive self. It represents a paradigm shift in our understanding of youth and work.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 168 pages
\n Publication date: 25 January 2021
\n Publisher: Bristol University Press
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In the past, youth was often perceived as a stepping stone into the labor market, but today, young people's identities are intricately linked to their value as workers. In this captivating book, young individuals share their unique perspectives on the meaning of work, shedding light on how their identities are intertwined with the dynamics of labor and value in the post-Fordist capitalist era. Through their narratives, the author unveils how social inequalities manifest through the practices and ethics that young people employ to cultivate an economically productive self. This enlightening work not only illuminates the rapidly evolving social conditions that shape youth identities but also represents a significant paradigm shift in our understanding of youth and work. By delving into the experiences and perspectives of young people, this book offers valuable insights into the complex interplay between identity, labor, and value in contemporary society.

\n Weight: 404g\n
Dimension: 161 x 242 x 16 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781529210057\n \n