The Theory of the Leisure Class
Thorstein Veblen
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The Theory of the Leisure Class

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"The Theory of the Leisure Class" by Thorstein Veblen is a groundbreaking work in economic and social theory. Published in 1899, this book offers a critical analysis of the social and economic structures of the late 19th-century capitalist society. Veblen introduces the concept of "conspicuous consumption," highlighting how the leisure class, or those who do not engage in productive labor, engage in the display of wealth and status through extravagant spending. His incisive commentary delves into the social functions of wealth and leisure, examining how they are used to denote status within di...