Japan in the Passing Lane. An Insider's Account of Life in a Japanese Auto Factory.
Boston. Allen & Unwin. English trans. 1983. Stock ID #70388 "In this straightforward, powerful insider's diary we discover an alternative view to the usual stories of contented lifetime employment; instead of joyful company songs or group exercises, we find company employees snooping at will in company-controlled dormitories; instead of a spirit of Zen, only a spirit of company unionism; and instead of miraculous robots, people who are being driven as if they were machines." Publisher's description. When referring to this item please quote stockid 70388.
Introduction by Ronald Dore. Translated and edited by Tatsuru Akimoto. xl + 211pp, slightly marked protected dustjacket with trifle faded spine, a very good copy.
Price: $30.00 AU