The emergence of consumer society is examined historically, as an integral component of Western modernity. Several themes are explored, such as how consumerism informs social relations, reflects broader social inequalities, continuously expands into new venues and is driven by advertising.

Antirequisite(s): MIT 2200F/G

Prerequisite(s): 1.0 from Sociology courses at the 1000 level and third or fourth year standing in a module in Sociology, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 3 lecture hours.