Consumerism
：As a Way of Life
( 1 )
Publication subTitle ：As a Way of Life
Publication series ：1
Publisher： Sage Publications Ltd
Publication year： 1998
E-ISBN: 9781446264331
P-ISBN(Paperback): 9780761952152
Subject： F014.5 accumulation and consumption
Keyword： 社会学
Language： ENG
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Description
This book provides an introduction to the historical and theoretical foundations of consumerism. It then moves on to examine the experience of consumption in the areas of space and place, technology, fashion, `popular' music and sport. Throughout, the author brings a critical perspective to bear upon the subject, thus providing a reliable and stimulating guide to a complex and many-sided field.