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Resistance from communities often complicates the work of field researchers, who face obstacles when seeking to understand social dynamics. This book explores how such resistance can reveal deeper insights, turning challenges into opportunities for analysis. Drawing from diverse examples—from Nazi rocket scientists to Disney union-busters—it examines the mechanisms of resistance and offers strategies for researchers to navigate these barriers. By highlighting the implications of these encounters, it serves as both a practical and theoretical guide for understanding community dynamics in research contexts.

The book explores the concept of gray zones in workplaces, where unofficial practices are tolerated despite being against regulations. Michel Anteby examines how these areas serve as mechanisms for regulating behavior, shaping workers' identities and self-esteem while enabling management to retain control. He delves into the reasons gray zones persist and the implications of their existence, challenging conventional views on workplace ethics and compliance. This insightful analysis sheds light on the complexities of organizational culture and employee dynamics.