Why are i-pods and mobile phones fashion accessories? Why do people spend thousands remodelling their perfectly functional kitchen? Why do people crave shoes or handbags? Is our desire for objects unhealthy, or irrational? This book offers a systematic overview of the diverse ways of studying the material as culture.
ISBN |
9780761942269 |
Title |
Understanding Material Culture |
Subtitel |
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Title(C) |
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Category |
Algemene sociale wetenschappen |
Edition |
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Appearance |
Paperback / softback |
Publication Date |
01-01-2007 |
Publisher |
SAGE |
Author |
Ian Woodward |
Imprint |
Sage Publications Ltd |
Language |
English, Dutch |
Illustraties |
Nee |
Pages |
200 |
Weight |
311 gr |
Format |
235 x 155 x 12 |