The Higher Learning in America: A Memorandum on the Conduct of Universities by Business Men

by Thorstein Veblen

Book Overview

Thorstein Veblen (1857-1929) was an American economist and sociologist. He is well known as a witty critic of capitalism. Veblen is famous for the idea of "conspicuous consumption." Conspicuous consumption, along with "conspicuous leisure," is performed to demonstrate wealth or mark social status. Veblen explains the concept in his best-known book, The Theory of the Leisure Class. Within the history of economic thought, Veblen is considered the leader...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 8027343992
• ISBN13: 9788027343997
• Release Date: July 2022
• Publisher: E-Artnow
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"