Description: What does being a manager mean to those who do managerial work and why has becoming a manager become so attractive for so many people? Using the ideas of Heidegger, Sartre and Ricoeur this illuminating and thoughtful book answers this question by considering the extended life histories of ten managers, allowing their own voices to be heard.
Review Quotes: 'This is a must-read book for anyone interested in identity issues in contemporary work organizations. Keenly researched and effectively theorized, this is a welcome addition to the fields of narrative and identity.' Andrew D. Brown, University of Bath, UK 'Being a manager involves making compromises, and telling stories to yourself and others. Patrick Reedy's book tells the tale of a group of managers, and beautifully explores issues of identity, life history and class. It will be relevant to anyone who holds a position of authority, or wants to understand what authority does to others.' Martin Parker, University of Leicester, UK