The Rise of Pointless Work, and What We Can Do About It David Graeber's is a thought-provoking analysis of contemporary work and its meaning. This book, published by Penguin Books Ltd, examines why up to 40% of jobs are experienced as unnecessary—so-called bullshit jobs. Graeber discusses how this trend, noted in 2018 by among others the New Statesman, has developed and what it means for our society.
The book is a B-format paperback, has 368 pages, and ISBN 9780141983479. Stories and insights are combined with social criticism of work, a theme relevant to everyone who asks themselves what their job contributes to society.
Contents
David Graeber describes how technology has not led to fewer working hours, but rather to an increase in jobs that seem to contribute little to society. He examines why these bullshit jobs exist and how they are a symptom of a flawed economic system. The book also provides leads on what we can do to change this.
About the author
David Graeber was an anthropologist associated with the London School of Economics. He was known for his critical and innovative ideas about economics and society, with contributions to, among others Harper’s Magazine and the Guardian. Graeber died in September 2020.