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Fetishizing Jobs

The Political Orphanage

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Rethinking Work and Leisure

This chapter examines the contrasting perceptions of work and leisure through the lens of societal norms and individual experiences, particularly focusing on the author's dog, Wallace. It challenges the traditional definitions of work, arguing that unpaid activities like caregiving are essential yet undervalued despite their significant contributions to society. The discussion also highlights the inequalities between social classes in how work and leisure are experienced, revealing a complex landscape shaped by historical and cultural factors.

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