The Idea of Luxury: A Conceptual and Historical Investigation (Ideas in Context)
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| Rating | : | 4.70 (789 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0521466911 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 292 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-06-07 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
"he makes a strong, trenchantly argued case for the indispensability of the category of luxury to any society's self-understanding." Robert Anchor, American Historical Review
Academic book for the luxury field Though certainly not a light read, this is an important book for anyone who works in the luxury industry. The language is quite academic, but there are some really interesting passages in this book.
Dr. Insights from political theory, philosophy and intellectual history are utilized in a sophisticated conceptual analysis that is complemented by a series of specific historical investigations. Berry suggests that the value attached to luxury is a crucial component in any society's self-understanding, and shows how luxury has changed from being essentially a negative term, threatening social virtue, to a guileless ploy supporting consumption.. In this far-ranging and innovative study Christopher Berry explores the meanings and ramifications of the idea of luxury
BERRY, ESQ. He is one of a handful of Certified Elder Law Attorneys in the nation and an Adjunct Professor of Law. is a VA Accredited Certified Elder Law attorney who has helped countless families plan for and navigate the long-term care legal maze with his unique and innovative legal strategies and holistic approach to elder law and estate planning. CHRISTOPHER J