

#731
Mentioned in 27 episodes
Working
people talk about what they do all day and how they feel about what they do
Book • 1972
In 'Working,' Studs Terkel conducts in-depth interviews with people from diverse occupations, ranging from gravediggers to studio heads.
The book provides a snapshot of American working life in the early 1970s, highlighting the emotional and physical aspects of work.
It explores themes of job satisfaction, the search for meaning, and the impact of work on individuals' lives.
The interviews are edited to preserve the voices and stories of the subjects, offering a powerful and original perspective on work and its significance in human experience.
The book provides a snapshot of American working life in the early 1970s, highlighting the emotional and physical aspects of work.
It explores themes of job satisfaction, the search for meaning, and the impact of work on individuals' lives.
The interviews are edited to preserve the voices and stories of the subjects, offering a powerful and original perspective on work and its significance in human experience.
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