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Consumer Culture: A Reference Handbook

Consumer Culture: A Reference Handbook

Goodman, Douglas
Cohen, Mirelle
Vasan, Mildred

Hardcover

Series: Contemporary World Issues (Hardcover)

General ReferenceAnthropologyGeneral Sociology

ISBN10: 1576079759
ISBN13: 9781576079751
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
Published: Nov 17 2003
Pages: 272
Weight: 1.15
Height: 1.01 Width: 6.02 Depth: 9.28
Language: English

An engrossing review of the development of global consumerism and its impact on sociological issues.

The phrase shop till you drop has become as American as apple pie and the trend does not appear to be slowing. Consumer Culture begins with the history of the consumer culture, which reveals that our fascination with consuming shows not only the hidden significance of everyday items, such as sugar and fashionable clothing, but also reveals the uniqueness of our way of life.

Consumer Culture also presents the views of economists and sociologists who see consumption as an expression of freedom. The book covers the social impact of consumption, examining such dubious milestones as physical attacks upon McDonald's and Starbucks, and best sellers that are critical of consumption. There is coverage of important research, such as whether consumers are making rational or impulsive choices and the effect of advertising on children.

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