Name: The Theory of the Leisure Class (en Inglés)
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Author: Thorstein Veblen
ISBN: 9781835529690

portada The Theory of the Leisure Class (en Inglés)

Formato

Libro Físico

Autor

Thorstein Veblen

Editorial

Atlas Vista Publisher

Idioma

Inglés

N° páginas

230

Encuadernación

Tapa Blanda

Dimensiones

27.9 x 21.6 x 1.2 cm

Peso

0.54 kg.

ISBN13

9781835529690

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The Theory of the Leisure Class (en Inglés)

Thorstein Veblen (Autor) · Atlas Vista Publisher · Tapa Blanda

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"The Theory of the Leisure Class" is a groundbreaking work written by Thorstein Veblen, an American economist and sociologist. The book was first published in 1899 and is considered one of the foundational texts in the field of sociology and economic theory. Veblen's central thesis in "The Theory of the Leisure Class" revolves around the concept of conspicuous consumption and the social stratification of society. He explores the idea that individuals in a society engage in certain behaviors and consumption patterns not solely for practical purposes but also to display their social standing and wealth. The term "conspicuous consumption" refers to the acquisition and display of goods and services primarily for the purpose of signaling one's status to others. One of Veblen's key concepts is the distinction between the "leisure class" and the "industrial class." The leisure class, according to Veblen, consists of individuals who derive their wealth from inherited sources rather than productive work. These individuals engage in conspicuous consumption as a way of demonstrating their superior social position. Veblen also introduces the idea of "pecuniary emulation," where individuals strive to emulate the consumption patterns of those in higher social classes, contributing to a cycle of competitive consumption. "The Theory of the Leisure Class" has had a profound influence on the fields of sociology and economics, and it remains relevant for its analysis of the social dynamics of consumption and status. Veblen's work has been widely studied and discussed, and his insights into the role of social and economic factors in shaping human behavior continue to be influential in the study of society and culture.