Rory Groves Books

With over thirty thousand occupations currently in existence, workers today face a bewildering array of careers from which to choose, and upon which to center their lives. But there is more at stake than just a paycheck. For too long, work has driven a wedge between families, dividing husband from wife, father from son, mother from daughter, and family from home. Building something that will last requires a radically different approach than is common or encouraged today.In Durable Trades, Groves uncovers family-centered professions that have endured the worst upheavals in history—including the Industrial Revolution—and continue to thrive today. Through careful research and thoughtful commentary, Groves offers another way forward to those looking for a more durable future.

In a world grappling with the contradictions of wealth and isolation, the family unit is portrayed as increasingly fragmented and diminished. The narrative explores the concept of the family economy, suggesting that the solutions to contemporary societal issues lie within the home and the strength of familial bonds. By re-establishing the significance of the family as a foundational element of society, the book argues for a return to these timeless values as a remedy for the challenges posed by modern industrialism and its consequences.