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Wheelwright's Shop (1923), George Sturt (1863–1927)- wrote under the name, "George Bourne", as he feared his writing would effect relations with custormers from his wheelwright shop which he owned and operated for many years. This book was of his most famous whereby he vividly recounts his work in the wheelright's trade, with the goal of outlining the nature of working with "one's hands", rather than the mechanical work of modern industrial socieity. |
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The Doctor Stories (1932), William Carlos Williams - although better known for his works of poetry, William wrote this series of short stories with the intention of bringing the reader inside the doctor's mind. William was a medical doctor for many years, but in his spare time he wrote some of the most famous collections of poems in the USA. This book is quite magical in its ability to bring one into the doctor's mind. So much so, that it is often required reading for medical students. |
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London Labour and the London Poor Vol 1-4 (1851), Henry Mayhew - a series of journalistic ethnographic studies detailing the lives of the many workers and unemployed on the streets of London during the 1840's. Henry while working for the newspaper the Morning Chronicle wrote these narratives for a weekly coloumn. The essence of the London streets and the busy life upon it are brought to life by Henry's almost obsessed quest for detail. An excellent source for research.  |
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Working (1974), Studs Terkel - a collection of oral histories from working people in the USA during the early 70's. Studs for many years was a famous American radio host, and took up an interest in oral history during the sixties. Some have said he is a historian, some say socialogist. He describes himself as a ,"guerrilla journalist with a tape recorder". |
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