by Martha Banta (Editor), Martha Banta (Editor), Thorstein Veblen (Author)
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.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 304
Edition: Reissue
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Published: 28 May 2009
ISBN 10: 0199552584
ISBN 13: 9780199552580