{"title":"Ian Hudson","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by Ian Hudson, an insightful author whose contributions to the Education \u0026amp; Reference genre have been invaluable. With a keen focus on contemporary issues, Hudson presents his ideas in a manner that is both enlightening and easily digestible for readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in Hudson's repertoire is \u003cem\u003eConsumption\u003c\/em\u003e, a thought-provoking exploration of modern societal challenges. This book invites readers to examine the intricate dynamics of consumer behaviour, offering a comprehensive overview that is as educational as it is engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHudson's dedication to crafting well-researched and informative content makes his works an excellent resource for anyone keen on broadening their understanding of current educational topics. Whether you're a lifelong learner or a newcomer to these subjects, Hudson's books are an essential addition to your reading list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into Ian Hudson's collection and discover a world of knowledge that is both profound and relevant in today's ever-evolving landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"consumption-by-mark-hudson-9781509535385","title":"Consumption","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eConsumption\u003c\/em\u003e used to be a disease. Now it is the dominant manner in which most people meet their most basic needs and—if they can afford the price—their wildest desires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this new book, Ian and Mark Hudson critically examine how consumption has been understood in economic theory before analysing its centrality to our social lives and function in contemporary capitalism. They also outline the consequences it has for people and nature, consequences routinely made invisible in the shopping mall or online catalogue. Hudson and Hudson show, in an approachable manner, how patterns of consumption are influenced by cultures, individual preferences, and identity formation before arguing that underlying these determinants is the unavoidable need within capitalism to realise profit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis accessible and comprehensive book will be essential reading for students and scholars of political economy, economics, and economic sociology, as well as any reader who wants to confront their own practices of consumption in a meaningful way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47362540896492,"sku":"9781509535385","price":35.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12376103482725.jpg?v=1772890407"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ian-hudson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}