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The Theory of the Leisure Class

An Economic Study of Institutions, Conspicuous Consumption, Fashion and Traditions

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Exploring the evolution of conspicuous consumption, this treatise delves into the affluent classes from the feudal Middle Ages to the late 19th century. Veblen examines how social status and economic behavior shaped consumer habits, highlighting the interplay between wealth and societal values. Through this historical lens, the book critiques the motivations behind extravagant spending and its implications for social dynamics.

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The Theory of the Leisure Class, Thorstein Veblen

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Subtítulo
An Economic Study of Institutions, Conspicuous Consumption, Fashion and Traditions
Idioma
Inglés
Editorial
Lulu.com
Publicado en
2018
Formato
Tapa blanda
Páginas
176
ISBN13
9781387941926
Serie
Título original
The theory of the leisure class
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3,8 de 5
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Exploring the evolution of conspicuous consumption, this treatise delves into the affluent classes from the feudal Middle Ages to the late 19th century. Veblen examines how social status and economic behavior shaped consumer habits, highlighting the interplay between wealth and societal values. Through this historical lens, the book critiques the motivations behind extravagant spending and its implications for social dynamics.