ABSTRACT

This study, first published in 1958, explores the behaviour of industrial workers in a social context. By interviewing and observing workers in factories in Melbourne, the author examines the worker’s evaluation of work, work satisfaction, relationships and friendships within the workplace, and the worker’s place in society. This title will be of interest to students of psychology, sociology and business studies.

chapter I|21 pages

Introduction

chapter II|20 pages

The Field of the Investigation

chapter III|23 pages

The Worker’s Evaluation of Work

chapter IV|15 pages

The Worker’s Task

chapter V|13 pages

The Worker’s Pay

chapter VI|19 pages

The Worker’s Bosses and Mates

chapter VII|26 pages

The Worker’s Place in Society

chapter VIII|27 pages

The Worker’s Past and Future

chapter IX|16 pages

The Worker’s Engagements Outside Work

chapter X|25 pages

The Worker and his Context

chapter XI|15 pages

Conclusions