Reluctant Capitalists: Bookselling and the Culture of Consumption, by Laura J. Miller
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"Reluctant Capitalists: Bookselling and the Culture of Consumption" by Laura J. Miller explores the shifting landscape of bookselling over the past century, tracing the evolution from independent bookstores to the dominance of chain stores and superstores. Miller examines how this transformation has sparked passionate debates about the nature of books as consumer goods and the belief that bookselling should rise above commercialism. Through interviews with customers and industry members, she delves into the strong affiliations readers develop with bookstores and the cultural implications of retail practices. This insightful analysis underscores that consumer behaviors aren't just personal choices; they are laden with political."
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University of Chicago Press
Hardcover
ISBN: 0226525902
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"Reluctant Capitalists: Bookselling and the Culture of Consumption" by Laura J. Miller explores the shifting landscape of bookselling over the past century, tracing the evolution from independent bookstores to the dominance of chain stores and superstores. Miller examines how this transformation has sparked passionate debates about the nature of books as consumer goods and the belief that bookselling should rise above commercialism. Through interviews with customers and industry members, she delves into the strong affiliations readers develop with bookstores and the cultural implications of retail practices. This insightful analysis underscores that consumer behaviors aren't just personal choices; they are laden with political."
Jacket present with very minimal shelfwear.
University of Chicago Press
Hardcover
ISBN: 0226525902
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