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The Itching Palm: A Study of the Habit of Tipping in America

The Itching Palm: A Study of the Habit of Tipping in America

By William R. Scott

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The Itching Palm: A Study of the Habit of Tipping in America

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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.

Rebellion Dystopian Exploration

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GenrePsychology

Length2 hrs 18 mins

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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 &quot;RICH AMERICAN&quot; 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&quot;BRIBE AND BE HAPPY&quot;

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&#x27;S RIGHTS

64PUBLIC OPINION

32WHAT THE PULLMAN MANAGER SAID

65PROMOTING LEGISLATION

33WHAT THE PORTERS SAID

66TO PREVENT COMPLAINT

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