Abstract
In a globalized world, English Studies is in need of transformation. Serving as an introduction to the anthology, this chapter makes the case for an issue-based approach to English Studies where engagement is sought with fields beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries. From the position that English Studies can be understood as a form of participatory action—where English Studies is brought into the world and the world is brought into English Studies—the chapter examines practices of work in contemporary society, and previews the volume’s contributions.
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Henry, A., Persson, Å. (2021). Introduction: Engaging with Work in Worlds of Change. In: Henry, A., Persson, Å. (eds) Engaging with Work in English Studies. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-69720-4_1
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