The Second Shift (book)

"The Second Shift," authored by Arlie Hochschild, explores the challenges faced by working women who, after completing a full day of paid work, return home to a second job: managing household responsibilities and childcare. The book highlights the disparity in domestic labor distribution between men and women, emphasizing that even with dual-income households, women often bear the brunt of home management. Hochschild's research sheds light on the emotional and practical implications of this imbalance, revealing how it affects family dynamics and women's personal well-being, thus contributing to ongoing discussions about gender roles and equality in modern society.