The Theory Of The Leisure Class by Thorstein Veblen - 9780199552580

Veblen's landmark study of affluent American society exposes the 'pecuniary culture' and 'conspicuous consumption' that results when unessential goods are exploited at the expense of production of true value. This new edition examines Veblen's still pertinent arguments.

• | By (Author): Thorstein Veblen
• | Publisher: Oxford University Press
• | Publication Date: May 28, 2009
• | Country of Publication: United Kingdom
• | Number of Pages: 304 pages
• | Language: Not Available
• | Binding: Paperback|Softback
• | ISBN-10: 0199552584
• | ISBN-13: 9780199552580