The Sociology of Consumption : An Introduction

ISBN-13: 9780761950110 / Angielski / Miękka / 1997 / 208 str.

Peter Corrigan

Opis

This introduction to the sociology of consumption critcally examines the relation between production and consumption in late capitalist societies. After a detailed historical overview of the advents of consumer society, the author examines theoretical accounts of consumption and consumer practice.

Spis treści

Introduction
Advents of the Consuming Society
Theoretical Approaches to Consumption
Objects, Commodities and Non-Commodities
Shops and Shopping
The Department Store
Advertising
Women's Magazines
The Home
Food and Drink
Tourism
The Body
Clothing and Fashion
Conclusion

O autorze

Peter Corrigan lectures in the Department of Sociology at the University of New England, Australia