📱 eBook en inglés BUSINESS & ECONOMICS COLLECTION: THORSTEIN VEBLEN EDITION (30+ WORKS IN ONE VOLUME)

The "Business & Economics Collection: Thorstein Veblen Edition" is a comprehensive anthology showcasing over thirty seminal works by the acclaimed economist and sociologist Thorstein Veblen. This collection offers a critical examination of capitalism, conspicuous consumption, and the socio-economic dynamics of early 20th-century America. Veblens unique literary style, characterized by sharp wit and incisive analysis, melds sociology with economics, thus illuminating not only the mechanisms of market behavior but also the cultural implications of economic systems. His concepts, such as conspicuous leisure and conspicuous consumption, resonate profoundly within contemporary discussions on consumerism and ecological sustainability, making this collection highly relevant today. Born in 1857 to Norwegian immigrants, Veblens diverse upbringing cultivated his keen observations on class distinctions and economic disparities. Educated at Carleton College and Yale University, he became a pioneering figure in institutional economics. Veblens critiques of capitalism were influenced by his experiences in the rapidly industrializing American society, where he witnessed both its innovative potential and inherent contradictions. His works challenge prevailing economic theories and encourage a deeper analysis of social structures and their impacts on economic behavior. This collection is an indispensable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the intersection of economics and society. Veblens insights remain remarkably prescient, prompting readers to reflect on the ethical dimensions of consumption and the socio-economic forces that shape human behavior. Engage with Veblens pioneering ideas and deepen your understanding of modern economic thought.