The Way to Be Rich and Respectable (Classic Reprint): Addressed to Men of Small Fortune: Addressed to Men of Small Fortune (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Trusler, John

 
9781333772161: The Way to Be Rich and Respectable (Classic Reprint): Addressed to Men of Small Fortune: Addressed to Men of Small Fortune (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book offers an in-depth examination of how the pursuit of luxury and fashion influenced British society and culture from the seventeenth to the nineteenth century. The author argues that the widespread adoption of luxurious lifestyles led to an increase in conspicuous consumption, social inequality, and economic instability. Through a comprehensive analysis of historical documents, the book sheds light on the complex relationship between wealth, class, and societal values during a period of significant economic and social change. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in fashion history, economic history, and the history of British society.

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