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The Consumer Society Reader

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I have read numerous books regarding consumption, simplicity, etc. I have read all of Juliet Schor's books also. This books is an excellent thought provoking book, HOWEVER, be sure that you have a clear mind and a good chunk of time on your hands. Yes, the book is long, but that's not really the issue. It's a compilation of essays, some quite old. They do offer a lot of insight, but it tends to be more economic insight. If you enjoy reading about environmental issues and voluntary simplicity, this does have some of that, but much of it is information about things like trends in buying, capitalism and advertising. While it's an interesting read, I would advise checking it out of the library and reading the essays that interest you. Keeping this book in your library doesn't serve much of a purpose. Not even for inspiration and motivation, which is a reason I keep many of the simplicity books that I enjoy. Bottom line... pretty good read, but borrow, don't buy it.

It is a good web, where I can find, what I need. last order was shipped very fast, and books are very good. Thank you!!!

For such an interesting topic, it's just a bland and boring way to present it. I had to read this book for a graduate class, and it was like pulling teeth. I've read many books on similar topics that actually succeed at engaging the reader. This book is just odd, boring, and bland. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY!