{"product_id":"9781473398856","title":"The Theory of the Leisure Class (Essential Economics Series: Celebrated Economists)","description":"The Theory of the Leisure Class' was first published in 1899. It's author, Thorstein Veblen, was the son of Norwegian American immigrants. He grew up to become a prominent economist and sociologist, producing many books and articles, and is often remembered for his use evolutionary theory to develop a 20th century theory of economics. This particular work is an economic treatise and detailed social critique of conspicuous consumption as a function of social-class consumerism. It claims that the division of labour of the feudal period has continued into the modern era. This is a must read for anyone with an interest in the influential ideas of this renowned thinker. We are republishing this work with a brand new introductory biography.","brand":"Read Books Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47184061858032,"sku":"9781473398856","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781473398856_p0.jpg?v=1763601694","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781473398856","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}