THORSTEIN VEBLEN Ultimate Collection (eBook)

8 Books & 50+ Business Essays and Articles in Warfare and Economics

Thorstein Veblen (Autor)

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2023
720 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654774577-8 (EAN)

Infos

The "Thorstein Veblen Ultimate Collection" presents a comprehensive anthology of the prominent American economist and sociologist's seminal works, blending sharp socioeconomic critique with a distinctive satirical style. Veblen's writings delve into the intricacies of consumer culture, the critique of conspicuous consumption, and the role of social institutions in shaping economic behavior. The literary context of this collection reflects the intellectual milieu of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, wherein Veblen challenged prevailing notions of rational economic man, paving the way for later developments in institutional economics and sociology. Thorstein Veblen, born in 1857 to Norwegian immigrants, was deeply influenced by his experiences of class distinction and cultural dynamics in America. His academic journey led him to institutions like the University of Chicago, where his groundbreaking ideas emerged out of a critique of capitalist society and its inherent contradictions. Veblen's unique perspective as an outsider shaped his commitment to understanding the interplay between social structures and economic practices, making his work particularly relevant in today's discussions about inequality and consumerism. With its incisive analyses and witty prose, the "Thorstein Veblen Ultimate Collection" is essential reading for anyone interested in the evolution of economic thought and social theory. This collection not only illuminates the complexities of modern society but also encourages readers to critically engage with the forces shaping their own economic realities.

Autor

Thorstein Veblen (1857–1929) remains an influential figure in the annals of economic thought, renowned for his insightful critique of capitalist society and its consumption patterns. Veblen's work stretched well beyond economics into the realms of sociology and anthropology, showcasing his multidisciplinary approach. A key feature of Veblen's scholarship is his theory of conspicuous consumption, articulated in his most famous book, 'The Theory of the Leisure Class' (1899), which dissected the social behaviors of the affluent and their quest for status through the display of wealth. Veblen's acute observations of social stratification and economic inequality also led to the coining of the term 'Veblen goods'—luxury items that defy the typical law of demand. His intellectual legacy is compiled in the 'THORSTEIN VEBLEN Ultimate Collection', a testament to his diverse body of work that includes 'The Theory of Business Enterprise' (1904) and 'The Engineers and the Price System' (1921). Veblen's style was marked by a sardonic wit, and his propensity for coining new phrases left an enduring imprint on social science lexicon. His influence saw a resurgence during the 20th-century's latter economic upheavals, solidifying his role as a prescient critic of economic systems and advocate for institutional reform. Veblen's breadth of insight reflects a profound understanding of the industrializing world and its effects on human behavior—the hallmark of a scholar ahead of his time.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 7.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Politik / Verwaltung
• Themenwelt: Wirtschaft ► Volkswirtschaftslehre
• Schlagworte: academic influence • Adam Smith • capitalist critique • Capitalist society • conspicuous consumption • Consumer Culture • Critical perspective • David Graeber • Economic Analysis • Economic Critique • Economic Sociology • Evolutionary Theory • extreme ownership • Herbert Spencer • historical context • industrial age economics • Industrialization Effects • Institutional Economics • Intellectual contributions • John Locke • Karl Marx • leisure class critique • modern economics • political economy classics • progressive era thinkers • Satirical Analysis • Social Critique • Social Theory • socioeconomic theory • sociological critique • Sociological insights • The Big Short • The Power of Broke • Thomas Hobbes • Thorstein Veblen books • Trump: The Art of the Deal • Veblenian theory