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Books by Thorstein Veblen
  | | The Theory of the Leisure Class(Reprint) (Penguin Twentieth-Century Classics) by Thorstein Veblen, Robert Lekachman Paperback, 400 Pages, Published 1994 by Penguin Classics ISBN-13: 978-0-14-018795-3, ISBN: 0-14-018795-2 "A classic of sociology and economics, originally published in 1899With exquisite irony, Veblen, the "best critic of America that America has produced" (C. Wright Mills), lays bare the hollowness of our canons of taste and culture. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best ..." |
 | | The Higher Learning in America by Thorstein Veblen Paperback, 228 Pages, Published 2005 by Cosimo Classics ISBN-13: 978-1-59605-261-1, ISBN: 1-59605-261-9 "At the time of its initial publication in 1904, The Higher Learning in America was known in educated circles as the most reflective study ever made of the university system in America. Veblen's evaluation of the misleading notions and erroneous beliefs were inherent in "the higher learning" was received as fair by most academics. As a result, many believed he paved the way to an improved age in college education. Just as applicable ..." |
 | | The Theory of Business Enterprise by Thorstein Veblen Paperback, 231 Pages, Published 2016 by Independently Published ISBN-13: 978-1-5190-8337-1, ISBN: 1-5190-8337-8 "Thorstein Veblen’s The Theory of Business Enterprise is one of the seminal works of economics. Written during the advent of the United States of America’s economic boom, it analyses the effect of corporate culture on society and the economy. Looking at the situation that he saw around him Veblen stated that there was conflict between the old way of economics, led by the large businessmen, and the new system of industry, led by eng ..." |
 | | The Instinct of Workmanship and the Irksomeness of Labor by Thorstein Veblen Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2015 by White Press ISBN-13: 978-1-4733-2415-2, ISBN: 1-4733-2415-7 "Originally published in 1899, this is a work by Thorstein Veblen, an American economist and sociologist. It is an article written for the American Journal of Sociology publication outlining some of his theories on work. We are republishing this work with a brand new introductory biography of the author with the aim of placing it in the context of his other writings and achievements. The following passage is an extract from the article: ..." |
 | | The Theory of the Leisure Class(Reprint) (Oxford World's Classics) by Thorstein Veblen, Martha Banta Paperback, 304 Pages, Published 2009 by Oxford University Press ISBN-13: 978-0-19-955258-0, ISBN: 0-19-955258-4 "In his scathing The Theory of the Leisure Class, Thorstein Veblen produced a landmark study of affluent American society that exposes, with brilliant ruthlessness, the habits of production and waste that link invidious business tactics and barbaric social behavior. Veblen's analysis of the evolutionary process sees greed as the overriding motive in the modern economy, and with an impartial gaze he examines the human cost paid when socia ..." |
 | | Conspicuous Consumption Unproduction Consumption of Goods Is Honourable (Penguin Great Ideas) by Thorstein Veblen Paperback, 112 Pages, Published 2006 by Penguin Books ISBN-13: 978-0-14-303759-0, ISBN: 0-14-303759-5 "The perfect books for the true book lover, Penguin's Great Ideas series features twelve more groundbreaking works by some of history's most prodigious thinkers. Each volume is beautifully packaged with a unique type-driven design that highlights the bookmaker's art. Offering great literature in great packages at great prices, this series is ideal for those readers who want to explore and savor the Great Ideas that have shaped our world ..." |
 | | The Theory of the Leisure Class by Thorstein B. Veblen Paperback, 416 Pages, Published 1979 by Penguin Books ISBN-13: 978-0-14-005363-0, ISBN: 0-14-005363-8 |
 | | The New Crusaders The Corporate Social Responsibility Debate (Studies in Social Philosophy & Policy) by Douglas Den Uyl, Thorstein Veblen Paperback, 104 Pages, Published 2020 by Taylor & Francis Ltd ISBN-13: 978-1-138-53703-3, ISBN: 1-138-53703-9 "Should corporations seek to alleviate social inequalities or should they aim solely for profit maximization?" |
 | | The Higher Learning in America The Annotated Edition: A Memorandum on the Conduct of Universities by Business Men by Thorstein Veblen, Richard F. Teichgraeber Paperback, 264 Pages, Published 2015 by Johns Hopkins University Press ISBN-13: 978-1-4214-1678-6, ISBN: 1-4214-1678-6 "The first scholarly edition of Thorstein Veblen’s classic indictment of the corporate model of American university governance.Since its publication in 1918, Thorstein Veblen’s The Higher Learning in America has remained a text that every serious student of the American university must confront. Intellectual historian Richard Teichgraeber brings us the first scholarly edition of Veblen’s classic, thoroughly edited, annotated, and indexed ..." |
 | | The Theory of the Leisure Class by Thorstein Veblen Paperback, Published 2011 by Arc Manor ISBN-13: 978-1-60450-389-0, ISBN: 1-60450-389-0 |
 | | The Theory of the Leisure Class(1st Edition) (Oxford World's Classics) by Thorstein Veblen, Martha Banta Paperback, 263 Pages, Published 2008 by Oxford University Press ISBN-13: 978-0-19-280684-0, ISBN: 0-19-280684-X "In his scathing The Theory of the Leisure Class, Thorstein Veblen produced a landmark study of affluent American society that exposes, with brilliant ruthlessness, the habits of production and waste that link invidious business tactics and barbaric social behavior. Veblen's analysis of the evolutionary process sees greed as the overriding motive in the modern economy, and with an impartial gaze he examines the human cost paid when socia ..." |
 | | An Inquiry Into the Nature of Peace & the Terms of Its Perpetuation by Thorstein Veblen Paperback, 240 Pages, Published 2008 by Arc Manor ISBN-13: 978-1-60450-333-3, ISBN: 1-60450-333-5 "Thorstein Veblen (July 30, 1857 – August 3, 1929) was a American sociologist and economist. He is famous for having written a number of great works on economics." |
 | | The Theory of the Leisure Class by Thorstein Veblen Paperback, 232 Pages, Published 2008 by Arc Manor ISBN-13: 978-1-60450-307-4, ISBN: 1-60450-307-6 |
 | | The Higher Learning in America (Hardback) by Thorstein Veblen Hardcover, 224 Pages, Published 2007 by Cosimo Classics ISBN-13: 978-1-60206-747-9, ISBN: 1-60206-747-3 "The Higher Learning in America remains a penetrating book by one of America's greatest social critics." |
 | | The Theory of Business Enterprise (Paperback) by Thorstein Veblen Paperback, 400 Pages, Published 2007 by Book Jungle ISBN-13: 978-1-59462-874-0, ISBN: 1-59462-874-2 "In respect of its point of departure, the following inquiry into the nature, causes, utility, and further drift of business enterprise differs from other discussions aof the same general range of facts. Any unfamiliar conclusions are due to this choice of a point of view, rather than to any peculiarity in the facts, articles of theory, or method of argument employed. The point of view is that given by the business man's work, -the aims, ..." |
 | | The Theory of the Leisure Class(Reprint) (Cosimo Classics Economics) by Thorstein Veblen, National Research Council Hardcover, 256 Pages, Published 2007 by Cosimo Classics ISBN-13: 978-1-60206-180-4, ISBN: 1-60206-180-7 "Thorstein Veblen was once described by Fortune magazine as "America's most brilliant and influential critic of modern business and the values of a business civilization," and his wisdom and often dryly satiric wit continues to be obvious today. In The Theory of the Leisure Class, first published in 1899, he coined the phrase "conspicuous consumption" as a critique of the rampant and ostentatious consumerism of his day. Readers a cen ..." |
 | | The Theory of Business Enterprise by Thorstein Veblen Paperback, 228 Pages, Published 2005 by Cosimo Classics ISBN-13: 978-1-59605-239-0, ISBN: 1-59605-239-2 "Thorstein Veblen was once described by Fortune magazine as "America's most brilliant and influential critic of modern business and the values of a business civilization," and his wisdom and often dry, satiric wit continues to be obvious today. In The Theory of Business Enterprise, first published in 1904, he ravages corporate malfeasance and the greed that was spurring the robber barons of his day. If it all sounds familiar a century ..." |
 | | Great Ideas Conspicuous Consumption (Penguin Great Ideas) by Thorstein Veblen Paperback, 144 Pages, Published 2005 by Penguin Uk ISBN-13: 978-0-14-102398-4, ISBN: 0-14-102398-8 "Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives - and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization and helped make us who we are. With it ..." |
 | | The Theory of the Leisure Class by Thorstein Veblen Paperback, 164 Pages, Published 2005 by Digireads.Com ISBN-13: 978-1-4209-2590-6, ISBN: 1-4209-2590-3 ""The Theory of the Leisure Class" is a classic examination of the economics of the upper classes and the impact that their habits have upon society. In this work Thorstein Veblen coins the phrase "conspicuous consumption" to describe the often wasteful and unnecessary use of resources that is typical of the wealthiest members of a society. Veblen argues that the social values of the rich have greatly contributed to a lack of substantive ..." |
 | | Absentee Ownership(Updated) Business Enterprise in Recent Times - The Case of America by Thorstein Veblen, Jr. Marion Levy Paperback, 445 Pages, Published 1997 by Transaction Publishers ISBN-13: 978-1-56000-922-1, ISBN: 1-56000-922-5 "Absentee Ownership is an inquiry into the economic situation as it has taken shape in the twentieth century, particularly as exemplified in the case of America. According to Thorstein Veblen, absentee ownership is the main and immediate controlling interest in the life of civilized men. It is the paramount issue between the civilized nations, and guides the conduct of their affairs at home and abroad. World War I, says Veblen, arose out ..." |
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