Veblen in Plain English: A Complete Introduction to Thorstein Veblen's EconomicsCambria, 2006 - 144 pagina's This comprehensive introduction to Thorstein Veblen's economics, written by distinguished economist Dr. Ken McCormick, is intended for the student and the non-specialist. A complete interpretation of Veblen's work is presented and includes an analysis of instincts and institutions, technology, social and institutional change, and capital and business enterprise. In addition, consumer behavior, conspicuous leisure, status-driven consumption and its implications are also discussed in detail. The work also includes a Foreword by Dr. Rick Tilman, a noted Veblen scholar. |
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Pagina 87
... earnings , which increases the value of their capital . The increase in demand for supplies and for equipment raises ... earnings . In addi- tion , the general prosperity leads to a " lively anticipation " [ Ibid . 195 ] of further ...
... earnings , which increases the value of their capital . The increase in demand for supplies and for equipment raises ... earnings . In addi- tion , the general prosperity leads to a " lively anticipation " [ Ibid . 195 ] of further ...
Pagina 88
... earnings increases capital values . Owning capital is especially attractive when it is increas- ing in value , so ... earnings ratio is too high . The discrepancy is generally resolved in favor of expected earning capacity , so stock ...
... earnings increases capital values . Owning capital is especially attractive when it is increas- ing in value , so ... earnings ratio is too high . The discrepancy is generally resolved in favor of expected earning capacity , so stock ...
Pagina 89
... earnings are now likely to adopt an overly pessimistic view of future earnings . It is difficult to be optimistic about business when bankruptcies abound and capital values have shrunk . The pessimism about future earnings translates ...
... earnings are now likely to adopt an overly pessimistic view of future earnings . It is difficult to be optimistic about business when bankruptcies abound and capital values have shrunk . The pessimism about future earnings translates ...
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Instincts and Institutions | 1 |
Technology and Social Evolution | 29 |
Capital and Business Enterprise | 71 |
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