The Overspent American

Why We Want What We Don't Need

by Juliet B. Schor

On Sale: 04/07/1999

The Overspent American

Why We Want What We Don't Need

by Juliet B. Schor

On Sale: 04/07/1999

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About the Book

The Overspent American explores why so many of us feel materially dissatisfied, why we work staggeringly long hours and yet walk around with ever-present mental "wish lists" of things to buy or get, and why Americans save less than virtually anyone in the world. Unlike many experts, Harvard economist Juliet B. Schor does not blame consumers' lack of self-discipline. Nor does she blame advertisers. Instead she analyzes the crisis of the American consumer in a culture where spending has become the ultimate social art.

Product Details

  • ISBN: 9780060977580
  • ISBN 10: 0060977582
  • Imprint: William Morrow Paperbacks
  • On Sale: 04/07/1999
  • Pages: 272
  • List Price:21.00 CAD
  • BISAC1 : BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Personal Success
  • BISAC2 : SELF-HELP / Personal Growth / Success
  • BISAC3 : SOCIAL SCIENCE / Sociology / General

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