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Maid to Order in Hong Kong: An Ethnography of Filipina Workers,Used
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As middleclass Chinese women have entered the Hong Kong work force in unprecedented numbers over the past two decades, the demand for foreign domestic workers has soared. Approximately 150,000 individuals now serve on twoyear contracts, and the vast majority are women from the Philippines. Nicole Constable tells their story. Interweaving her analysis with anecdotal evidence collected in interviews with individual domestic workers, she shows how power is expressed in the daytoday lives of Filipina domestic workers.Filipina guest workers flooding into Hong Kong are implicitly compared to Chinese domestic workers and found wanting. Local, cultural, and historical factors influence their treatment, as do preconceptions about gender, ethnicity, and class. Constable explains how domestic workers are controlled and disciplined by employment agencies, by employers themselves, and by state policies such as the rule against working for more than one employer. The forms of discipline range from physical abuse to intrusive regulations including restrictions on hair length and the prohibition of lipstick.Filipina workers resist oppression through legal action and political protests, through their use of household or public space, and through less confrontational means such as jokes and pranks. Some find real satisfaction in their work, Constable says, and she warns against any simplistic characterization of domestic workers as either empowered or oppressed, classconscious or unaware.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Maid to Order in Hong Kong'? A: 'Maid to Order in Hong Kong' primarily focuses on the experiences of Filipina domestic workers in Hong Kong, examining their challenges and resilience in the context of cultural and socioeconomic factors.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Maid to Order in Hong Kong' is Nicole Constable, who provides an ethnographic study of Filipina workers.
- Q: What type of book is 'Maid to Order in Hong Kong'? A: 'Maid to Order in Hong Kong' is an ethnography that combines academic analysis with personal narratives collected through interviews.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Maid to Order in Hong Kong' contains 256 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The used book is listed in 'Very Good' condition, indicating it has been well cared for with minimal signs of wear.
- Q: When was 'Maid to Order in Hong Kong' published? A: 'Maid to Order in Hong Kong' was published on January 1, 1997.
- Q: What binding type does this book have? A: This edition of 'Maid to Order in Hong Kong' is a paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes such as power dynamics, gender roles, ethnicity, and the complexities of labor among domestic workers.
- Q: Is there any specific audience for this book? A: 'Maid to Order in Hong Kong' is ideal for readers interested in sociology, labor studies, women's studies, and cultural anthropology.
- Q: What insights does the author provide regarding workers' resistance? A: Nicole Constable discusses various forms of resistance by Filipina workers, including legal action, protests, and subtle forms of defiance in their daily lives.