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Land of Desire

Merchants, Power, and the Rise of a New American Culture

William R. Leach

Discover the fascinating transformation of America into a consumer-driven society through this monumental work of cultural history. Chronicling the nation's shift towards a cult of comfort, bodily well-being, and endless acquisition, the book offers a thought-provoking take on modern-day society. Nominated for a National Book Award and featuring 24 pages of photos, this is a must-read for anyone interested in American history and culture.
Publish Date
1994-09-06T00:00:00.000Z
1994-09-06T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 1993
Goodreads Rating
3.99
ISBN
9780679754114
Recommendations
1
Recommendations
2018-06-27T20:04:21.000Z
These three paragraphs explain the history of modern American business better than anything I have ever read before. From the excellent “Land of Desire” book by William Leach.      source