Consumerism: As a Way of LifeThis book provides an introduction to the historical and theoretical foundations of consumerism. It then moves on to examine the experience of consumption in the areas of space and place, technology, fashion, `popular' music and sport. Throughout, the author brings a critical perspective to bear upon the subject, thus providing a reliable and stimulating guide to a complex and many-sided field. |
Contents
Consumerism in Context | 15 |
Design for Life or Consumption Designed? | 36 |
Consuming Space Consuming Place | 52 |
Consuming Technology 20 | 70 |
Consuming Fashion | 90 |
Consuming Popular Music | 107 |
Consuming Sport | 126 |
The Consuming Paradox | 147 |
References | 161 |
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