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Generation deluxe : consumerism and philanthropy of the new super-rich /

They fork out 100 million for starter castles, 500,000 for a customized Mercedes, and 1.2 million for a watch. While Generation Deluxe explores the spending patterns of the wealthy, a dark underside emerges: excessive consumerism is creating serious damage to the environment and human life. Simultan...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Nowell, Iris
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Toronto, Ont. : Dundurn Group, ©2004.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo

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