Making the Woman Worker

Discover the transformative insights of Making the Woman Worker by Eileen Boris, published by Oxford University Press Inc in 2019. This compelling hardback edition, spanning 352 pages, delves into the evolution of labor standards in the 20th century, shaped by the International Labor Organization. Boris illuminates how the concept of the woman worker was uniquely defined, highlighting the challenges faced by home-based workers who have historically been marginalized. As discussions around the future of work intensify, this book places caring labor at the forefront, addressing the critical issues of precarity in today’s workforce. Ideal for those interested in women's studies, labor rights, and socio-economic dynamics, Making the Woman Worker is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of employment and gender in the modern era.