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Abstract: In this second volume of Robert Corfe's major work on Social Capitalism, he turns to examining the financial-industrial system and identifies issues, which are untouched by contemporary politicians across the political spectrum.

Abstract: What do we know about consumer motives , goals and disires? This provocative and important book provides insights for students, scholarsand practitioners who seek to understand the vital relationship between motivation and consumption

Abstract: Economic factors and processes are at the heart of contemporary social and cultural life and this book is disigned to refocus social theorizing to reflect that fact. The author re-interprets the work of classical theorists and he discusses more recent transformations in capitalist economic life that have led to greater flexibility, forms of disorganization, and a neo-liberal regeneration of the market economy.

Abstract: This book offers a selection of Jagdish Bhagwati's recent policy writings, in which he forcefully opposes the demonization of Japan, challenges the bipartisan bashing of illegal immigrant, refutes the conventional view that democracy hinder development, and much more.

Abstract: From America to the Zapatistas, from Arcadia to the Battle for Seattle, this fascinating look at the history and reality of alternative ideas and organizations. All too often, ordinary people are told that the problems of organization are already solved and don't concern them because they have no choice. This dictionary provides those who disagree with evidence to the contrary.

Abstract: This book brings a range of academics and practitioners working on issues of ethical sourcing in the global food system. It critically explores the opportunities and challenges in the ethical sourcing of food, by combining analysis and case studies that examine a range of approaches. It explores whether ethical sourcing is a cosmetic northern initiative, or can genuinely help to improve the conditions of small producers and workers in the current global food system.

Abstract: In eleven original chapters, the contributors to "Lived Experiences of Public Consumption" take the experiences, practices and embodiments of everyday actors in public marketplaces as their points of departure. Drawing upon their ethnographic research, the authors situate themselves and their work in commercial marketplaces - on the streets and in the plazas, grocery stores and malls of five continents - offering the kind of rich description and analysis enabled by interpretative forms of inquiry.

Abstract: SUSTAINABILITY ASSESMENT is now emerging asa more transparent, comprehensive, integrated and far-sighted approach to decision making. Its basic demand is that all significant undertakings must make a positive contribution to sustainability.

Abstract: This book examines the ongoing debate. Writing for the International Centre for Trade and Sustainable Development, leading experts address issue such as diffusion of technology, intellectual property rights, the Cartagena Protocol, impacts of international trade, capacity building and biotechnology research and regulation.

Abstract: European Consumer Law has become a vital part of both legal education and practice. The Casebook is an essential guide for students and practitioners alike. It provides the reader with an overview of the most important cases and analyses in the area of European consumer law on both European and national levels.

Abstract: With this book Ritzer further cements his reputation as a leading commentator on consumption. In so doing, he delves deeper into a variety of new territories. Researchers into consumption and globalization will definitely want this book on their shelves.

Abstract: Focusing onretailing in nineteenth-century Britain, this book traces the expansion of commodity culture and a mass consumer orientated market, and explores the wider social and cultural implications this had for society. It challenges the view that women were helpless consumers manipulated by merchants' use colour, light and display intoexcessive purchases, or even driven by their desires into acts of theft.

Abstract: Leading the way towards answering this question, The Ethical Consumer is an indispensable introduction to the subject. Exploring areas like boycotts and fair trade projects, it gathers together the diverse experiences of scholars, campaigners and business practitioners from the international community.

Abstract: In this book, Rob Dellink shows he is a skillful applied modeller of environment-economy interactions. The book includes three stylized models that will prove to be a great help for students who want to understand the basics of environmental policy analysis in general equilibrium models.

Abstract: This book examines alternative theories and the empirical testing of trade-offs we make in life among work, leisure, travel and personal maintenance actions and how our plans relate to lenght of stay, attractions, destinations, accomodation and activities, and investigates how marketing strategies affect consumer plans.