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Conspicuous Consumption - Great Ideas

by Thorstein Veblen
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Conspicuous Consumption - Great Ideas
Conspicuous Consumption - Great Ideas

Satirical take on capitalism's materialistic culture.

If you've ever been baffled by society's chase after status symbols, Veblen's "Conspicuous Consumption" might just put your unease into words. This slim volume packs a punch, dissecting the social behaviors that drive individuals to spend beyond their means for societal recognition. It's a timeless observation that feels particularly relevant in today's consumer-driven world – a century-old book that still mirrors our current obsessions.

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Conspicuous Consumption - Great Ideas

by Thorstein Veblen
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ISBN: 9780141023984
Authors: Thorstein Veblen
Publisher: Penguin UK
Date of Publication: 2005-11-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Economics, History, Philosophy, Politics, Sociology
Related Topics: Sociology, Social Science, Politics, Classics, History, Sociology, History, Economics, History, Politics
Goodreads rating: 3.66
(rated by 574 readers)

Description

Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives - and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization and helped make us who we are. With its wry portrayal of a shallow, materialistic 'leisure class' obsessed by clothes, cars, consumer goods and climbing the social ladder, this withering satire on modern capitalism is as pertinent today as when it was written over a century ago.
 

Satirical take on capitalism's materialistic culture.

If you've ever been baffled by society's chase after status symbols, Veblen's "Conspicuous Consumption" might just put your unease into words. This slim volume packs a punch, dissecting the social behaviors that drive individuals to spend beyond their means for societal recognition. It's a timeless observation that feels particularly relevant in today's consumer-driven world – a century-old book that still mirrors our current obsessions.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.