| Description |
246 p. : ill. ; 22 cm. |
| Summary |
In this wise and often funny book, a philosopher/mechanic systematically destroys the pretensions of the high-prestige workplace and makes an irresistible case for working with one's hands. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (p. [215]-238) and index. |
| Contents |
A brief case for the useful arts -- The separation of thinking from doing -- To be master of one's own stuff -- The education of a gearhead -- The further education of a gearhead : from amateur to professional -- The contradictions of the cubicle -- Thinking as doing -- Work, leisure, and full engagement. |
| Subject |
Manual work.
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Work.
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Job satisfaction.
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| ISBN |
9781594202230 |
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1594202230 |
| OCLC # |
276819738 |
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