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OverviewThis book offers insights into the argument that capitalist society damages human health and well-being. Drawing on and bringing Marx's theory of alienation forward to the present day, it uniquely links it to well-being. Marx argued that capitalist society acts against the core capacities, skills and talents of human beings, and that it also limits their realisation or channels them into activities related to profit rather than need. Bringing Marx's theory of alienation forward to the present day, this book uniquely links it to health and well-being. Using case studies and vignettes of workers across different industries, it reveals their lived experiences, offering crucial insights into the insidious ways in which capitalism continues to damage human well-being. This is a resounding call for how society can change for the better. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Chris Yuill (Robert Gordon University)Publisher: Bristol University Press Imprint: Bristol University Press ISBN: 9781529219296ISBN 10: 1529219299 Pages: 170 Publication Date: 21 December 2023 Audience: Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Professional & Vocational , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsPreface 1. What is Alienation? 2. Responding to Criticisms of Alienation Theory 3. Alienation and Wellbeing 4. Case Study: Social workers, the Compassionate Self, and Disappointed Jugglers 5. Is Alienation Theory Still Relevant? 6. Beyond Alienation?ReviewsAuthor InformationChris Yuill is Head of Sociology at Robert Gordon University. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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