"Bullshit Jobs: A Theory" by David Graeber explores the concept of jobs that are perceived by their holders as pointless, unnecessary, or even harmful, yet society insists on their existence. Graeber delves into the spiritual violence and misery such jobs inflict, arguing that this phenomenon is a modern historical development, distinct from "shit jobs" which are simply unpleasant. The book investigates the societal and political reasons for the proliferation of these roles, rather than focusing purely on economic imperatives. Ultimately, Graeber examines the inverse relationship between the social value of work and its compensation, and proposes Universal Basic Income as a potential solution to detach livelihood from such meaningless employment.

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