Business & Economics Collection: Thorstein Veblen Edition (30+ Works in One Volume): The Theory of Business Enterprise, The Higher Learning in America, On the Nature of Capital...
Thorstein Veblen
Dec 2023 · DigiCat
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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. Veblen's 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, Veblen's 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. Veblen's 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. Veblen's 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 Veblen's pioneering ideas and deepen your understanding of modern economic thought.
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Thorstein Bunde Veblen (1857-1929) was a pioneering American economist and sociologist, known for his critique of capitalism and his analysis of the emerging economic order during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in Wisconsin to Norwegian immigrant parents, Veblen grew up in a rural community and later drew upon his observations of social and economic life in his scholarly work. He earned his doctorate in philosophy at Yale University in 1884 but found his academic calling in economics, an area in which he would attain considerable prominence despite his often contentious relationship with academia due to his unorthodox views and criticisms of the status quo. Veblen's seminal work, 'The Theory of the Leisure Class' (1899), introduced the concept of 'conspicuous consumption' and highlighted the social functions of wealth and leisure among the upper classes. In addition, his analysis of business behavior in 'The Theory of Business Enterprise' (1904) emphasized the conflict between making goods and making profit, which would be influential in the study of institutional economics—field Veblen is often credited with founding. The compilation 'Business & Economics Collection: Thorstein Veblen Edition' gathers over thirty of Veblen's works that delve into his complex critiques of economic theory, his observations on the societal implications of technological innovations, and his evolutionary analysis of economic systems. Veblen's work remains relevant and continues to be studied for its incisive commentary on economic institutions and enduring socio-economic patterns.
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