Resumo

HEROLD JUNIOR, Carlos. Body at work and body for work: perspectives in the study of corporality and education in contemporary capitalism. Trab. educ. saúde [online]. 2012, vol.10, n.1, pp. 11-35. ISSN 1981-7746.  http://dx.doi.org/10.1590/S1981-77462012000100002.

The purpose of this essay is to show the importance of discussing the relationship among the body, work and education. The goal is to make an analysis based on reflections concerning the 'body at work' and the 'body for work.' The essay shows that the relationship among the body, work and education is an issue that can enrich reflections on the body, on society from a Marxist viewpoint and, also, on matters that are important to those who are concerned with the body dimension in education.

Palavras-chave : Marxism; body; work; physical education.