The Theory of the Leisure Class - Softcover

Veblen, Thorstein

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1494806517 ISBN 13: 9781494806514

Verlag: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2013

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Thorstein Veblen’s The Theory of the Leisure Class (1899) is a groundbreaking work of social and economic critique that introduced the concept of “conspicuous consumption”—the tendency of the wealthy to display their status through extravagant spending rather than practicality.

Veblen dissects the behaviors of the upper classes, exposing how wealth, fashion, and leisure are used as tools of social dominance. With sharp wit and keen observation, he reveals the cultural forces that shape human behavior, from luxury lifestyles to wasteful habits that still resonate in today’s consumer-driven world.

This classic of economic theory, sociology, and cultural criticism remains essential reading for anyone interested in understanding inequality, capitalism, and the roots of modern consumer culture. Perfect for students, scholars, and curious readers alike, Veblen’s insights are as relevant now as they were over a century ago.

• A timeless critique of social class and wealth
• Introduction of “conspicuous consumption” into modern thought
• A must-read for fans of economics, sociology, and history

Step into Veblen’s world and see how the pursuit of status and display of wealth continue to shape society today.

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Thorstein Bunde Veblen (1857–1929) was an American economist and sociologist, and leader of the institutional economics movement. Besides his technical work he was a popular and witty critic of capitalism, as shown by his best known book The Theory of the Leisure Class.

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• Verlag: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2013
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1494806517
• ISBN 13: 9781494806514
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 212
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