Identity Studies in the Social Sciences: Concepts and Identities

Simpson, R.; Slutskaya, N.; Lewis, P.; Höpfl, H.

This book explores understandings and experiences of 'dirty work' – tasks or occupations that are seen as disgusting and degrading. It complicates the 'clean/dirty' divide in the context of organizations and work and illustrates some of the complex ways in which dirty work identities are managed.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2012-04-17

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9780230277137

DOI: 10.1057/9780230393530

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 274