A commonplace assumption about American workers is that they lack class consciousness. This perception has baffled social scientists, demoralized activists, and generated a significant literature on American exceptionalism. In this provocative book, a young sociologist takes the prevailing assumptions to task and sheds new light upon this very important issue. In three vivid case studies Fantasia explores the complicated, multi-faceted dynamics of American working-class consciousness and collective action.
About the AuthorRick Fantasia is Associate Professor of Sociology at Smith College.
Book InformationISBN 9780520067950
Author Rick FantasiaFormat Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint University of California PressPublisher University of California Press
Weight(grams) 408g
Dimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 20mm