Veblen in Plain English: A Complete Introduction to Thorstein Veblen's EconomicsCambria, 2006 - 144 páginas This comprehensive introduction to Thorstein Veblen's economics, written by distinguished economist Dr. Ken McCormick, is intended for the student and the non-specialist. A complete interpretation of Veblen's work is presented and includes an analysis of instincts and institutions, technology, social and institutional change, and capital and business enterprise. In addition, consumer behavior, conspicuous leisure, status-driven consumption and its implications are also discussed in detail. The work also includes a Foreword by Dr. Rick Tilman, a noted Veblen scholar. |
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... interpreted . Professor Ken McCormick's study of Veblen's economics is in- tended for the student and the non - specialist . Veblen's significant ideas about economists , economics and the economy are presented so as to illuminate his ...
... interpreted . Professor Ken McCormick's study of Veblen's economics is in- tended for the student and the non - specialist . Veblen's significant ideas about economists , economics and the economy are presented so as to illuminate his ...
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... interpretation of Veblen is just that ; others may have different interpretations . Because of how Veblen worked , it will be necessary to wander into areas not universally viewed as economics . Veblen himself showed little enthusiasm ...
... interpretation of Veblen is just that ; others may have different interpretations . Because of how Veblen worked , it will be necessary to wander into areas not universally viewed as economics . Veblen himself showed little enthusiasm ...
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Instincts and Institutions | 1 |
Technology and Social Evolution | 29 |
Capital and Business Enterprise | 71 |
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