This document provides an overview of the history of work organization from prehistoric times through preindustrial times. It discusses how in prehistory, work was initially divided based on age, sex, and basic needs like food, shelter, childcare. Over time, some individuals specialized in tasks like hunting or tool-making. Communal organization was also important for tasks like large game hunting which required cooperation. The document traces how work organization evolved as populations grew, surpluses emerged, and more complex societies developed specialized roles and hierarchies.