Consumerism in World History: The Global Transformation of Desire

by Peter N. Stearns

Book Overview

This second edition of Consumerism in World History draws on recent research of the consumer experience in the West and Japan, while also examining societies less renowned for consumerism, such as those in Africa.

By relating consumerism to other issues in world history, this book forces reassessment of our understanding of both consumerism and global history. Each chapter has been updated and new features now include:

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415395879
• ISBN13: 9780415395878
• Release Date: February 2006
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 180 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.3" x 9.2"