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    The Beginning of Ownership

    By Thorstein Veblen

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    Originally published in 1899, this is a work by Thorstein Veblen, an American economist and sociologist. It is an article written for the American Journal of Sociology publication outlining some of his economic theories. We are republishing this work with a brand new introductory biography of the author with the aim of placing it in the context of his other writings and achievements.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherWhite Press
    Release dateFeb 10, 2015
    ISBN9781473399099
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