The term "employment" in literature demonstrates remarkable versatility, appearing in contexts that range from the very concrete to the highly abstract. In many narratives it denotes a mode of earning a living—a job or occupation—illustrated by characters taking up railway work [1] or facing unemployment as a matter of practical concern [2], [3]. In other texts, however, "employment" is used in a more philosophical or strategic sense, such as Kant’s discussion of the speculative employment of pure reason [4], [5] or its tactical use in military contexts [6], [7], [8]. The word’s usage also extends to metaphorical dimensions, where it can signify the employment of abilities, resources, or even artful endeavors, as seen in discussions ranging from social theory to literary style [9], [10]. This multifaceted application underscores how "employment" serves as both a literal and figurative device across diverse literary genres.