On the Commodity Trail The Journey of a Bargain Store Product from East to West |
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| Author:
| Hulme, Alison |
| Series title: | Criminal Practice Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4725-7285-1 |
| Publication Date: | Mar 2015 |
| Publisher: | Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
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| Imprint: | Bloomsbury Academic |
| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | AUD $39.99 |
Book Description:
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From raw materials on municipal rubbish dumps in the Far East, to newly re-made products and a journey across the seas, to bargain stores in Europe and North America and eventually to the homes of consumers, this is the complex story behind society's simplest and cheapest commodities. Weaving together compelling narratives from individuals at different parts of the commodity chain (from waste peddlars, to wholesalers, to stores owners and shoppers) this fascinating book considers the...
More DescriptionFrom raw materials on municipal rubbish dumps in the Far East, to newly re-made products and a journey across the seas, to bargain stores in Europe and North America and eventually to the homes of consumers, this is the complex story behind society's simplest and cheapest commodities. Weaving together compelling narratives from individuals at different parts of the commodity chain (from waste peddlars, to wholesalers, to stores owners and shoppers) this fascinating book considers the places and people at the heart of these localized, yet immense global networks. Following 10 key objects, The Bargain Store combines ethnographies of material culture with a broader consideration of commodity culture at a time of global recession. This cutting-edge study explores the prevalence of the bargain store in our towns and cities and delves into the colourful and illuminating histories behind the objects on the shelf.