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Aller à Ma biblioTichá dřina dělnictví a třída v továrně Baťa
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- Tchèque
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- Maison d'édition
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- Pages
- 289
- ISBN
- 9788090788312
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The reviews consistently praise the book as an excellent and insightful ethnographic study, particularly focusing on the workers in the last functioning Bata factory in the Czech Republic. Readers found the topic fascinating and commend the author for tackling a "forgotten" or "overlooked" subject: the reality of contemporary labor and the lives of factory workers. Many highlight the book's ability to immerse the reader in the experiences of others, making their struggles and daily lives tangible. The writing style is described as accessible, even for non-sociologists, and the book's physical presentation is also noted as being of high quality, making it pleasant to read and carry. It is seen as a crucial contribution that brings the concept of "labor" back into public consciousness.
While overwhelmingly positive about the book's importance and execution, the reviews also implicitly highlight the bleak realities and systemic issues the book uncovers. The factory's operation is portrayed as economically challenging, maintained primarily for marketing purposes rather than profitability. The book reveals the intense pressure on workers, including the expectation of unpaid weekend shifts, which employees often accept with resignation. It also touches upon the low social and economic valuation of manual labor, with workers earning modest wages and expressing a sense of disconnect from those in higher-status professions. The author's analysis points to a culture where workers take on responsibility for organizational shortcomings, highlighting a lack of structural support and fair compensation.
Overall, the book is considered a powerful and essential piece of work that offers a remarkable and intense look into the lives of factory workers and the complexities of modern labor. It effectively unearths critical societal issues, such as class division, the erosion of professional prestige, and the need for dignified working conditions. This book would strongly appeal to readers interested in sociology, ethnography, labor studies, and contemporary Czech society. It is also highly recommended for anyone seeking to understand the realities behind "Made in Czechia" labels, or those simply looking for a thought-provoking and well-written exploration of human experience within an industrial setting, regardless of their academic background.
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