The Itching Palm: A Study of the Habit of Tipping in America
By William R. Scott
Length2h 18m
About this audiobook
In "The Itching Palm: A Study of the Habit of Tipping in America," William R. Scott delves into the intricate social, economic, and cultural dimensions of tipping in the United States. Combining sociological analysis and historical context, Scott navigates the evolution of tipping practices, examining their roots in European customs and their transformation within American society. His literary style is both engaging and rigorous, blending anecdotal evidence with empirical research, allowing readers to grasp the multifaceted nature of this ubiquitous practice. The book challenges prevailing assumptions about tipping as mere gratuity, framing it instead as a reflection of broader social hierarchies and human interactions. William R. Scott, a noted scholar in American sociology and culture, draws upon his extensive background in social customs to explore the motivations behind tipping. His interdisciplinary approach illuminates the nuances of economic behavior, offering insight into how tipping reflects societal values, class distinctions, and customer-service dynamics. Scott's research reflects a lifetime of inquiry into American habits and rituals, making this work a key contribution to understanding contemporary social practices. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the sociology of everyday life, cultural studies, or American history. Whether you are a casual reader or a serious scholar, Scott's penetrating insights will provoke thought and discussion about a seemingly trivial yet significant aspect of human behavior. "The Itching Palm" not only informs but also challenges readers to reconsider the complexities embedded in the practice of tipping.
Audiobook details
GenrePsychology
Length2 hrs 18 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1HOTEL FEES
34SERVICE INCLUDED
2TIP—OR BE INSULTED
35WHAT THE PRESS SAID
3HOW THE BOOKS HELP
36FREE AND EQUAL
4IN PRIVATE HOUSES
37EQUALITY AND UNIFORMITY
5ON OCEAN VOYAGES
38MISGUIDED GENEROSITY
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6THE "RICH AMERICAN" MYTH
39THE GOLDEN RULE
7COMIC WOES
40GOVERNMENT HOTELS
8TIPS IN THE MOVIES
41CUSTOM ABOVE LAW
9IMPRESSING THE YOUNG
42THE IOWA LAW
10THE SORE SPOT
43THE WISCONSIN BILL
11THE MARTYR
44THE COURTS AND TIPPING
12BAGGAGEMEN
45THE SOUTH CAROLINA LAW
13BOOTBLACKS
46THE IDEAL LAW
14BARBER SHOP PORTERS
47THE NEBRASKA ACT
15DOOR MEN
48THE TENNESSEE LAW
16GUIDES
49THE ILLINOIS COMPROMISE
17HATBOYS
50LEGALIZED ROBBERY
18JANITORS
51IN MASSACHUSETTS
19MANICURISTS
52WAITERS AGAINST THE TIP CUSTOM
20MESSENGERS
53A LABOR LEADER ON TIPS
21STENOGRAPHERS
54EUROPEAN TIPS
22THREE KINDS OF EMPLOYERS
55NIP! NIP!
23SELLING THE TIP PRIVILEGE
56"BRIBE AND BE HAPPY"
24ARE YOU A BENEFACTOR?
57BORDERS ON BLACKMAIL
25A REASONABLE SOLUTION
58MORAL PIRATES
26A SOUND CODE
59TOO MANY SERVANTS
27FOR THE BENEFIT OF GUESTS
60A SORRY BUSINESS
28NOT HOSPITALITY
61VANITY, ALL IS VANITY!
29UP TO THE EMPLOYER
62BETTER ORGANIZATION NEEDED
30THE FIRST STEP
63NOT A WAR AGAINST PERSONS
31THE GUEST'S RIGHTS
64PUBLIC OPINION
32WHAT THE PULLMAN MANAGER SAID
65PROMOTING LEGISLATION
33WHAT THE PORTERS SAID
66TO PREVENT COMPLAINT
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