In this thought-provoking new book, Neala Schleuning searches for the meaning of work in our society. Compellingly written, Idle Hands and Empty Hearts studies the politics and economics, as well as the philosophy and art, of work. Schleuning seeks to find out what work is, what it used to be, why we work, and what is wrong with work today. She places ideas about work in their history and culture and offers new ideas about what work should be, and what role it should play in our lives. Schleuning distills all of the central questions having to do with work in our time: why do human beings work; what can we learn about work from history; what is the impact of technology on work; how does work affect our political lives; do women have a different perspective on work; and finally, what is "Good Work" and how do we create a future in which good work can be realized? Anyone who ever wondered about the role of work in his or her life will find Idle Hands and Empty Hearts a source of stimulating ideas.
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“A well-constructed analysis of work in the United States that should serve as a primer for anyone interested in conducting research on how to transform the way in which we currently spend our time.”–Social Anarchism
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NEALA SCHLEUNING is Director of the Women's Center and member of the Women's Studies faculty at Mankato State University.
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Why do we work? Neala Schleuning explores the traditional reasons why we work and how today's workplace meets those reasons. The answers are disturbing. She discusses corporate hegemony which overshadows the rest of our culture. Our society is focused on making money for corporations and for ourselves. Our community focus has been reduced or even lost. Her recommendations are focused on redefining our thinking about how we make money and how we think about our economy. She also discusses how we might alter our consuming habits to have a more environmental responsible world. You will agree with parts of the book and disagree with the other parts, but you will think along the line. You probably will think about how you would like to shape your work and life
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