About this title: This abridged edition of Vance Packard's 1959 "The Status Seekers" presents a picture of American society in the late 1950s that allows students to develop a more accurate and complex understanding of an often-caricatured era. Daniel Horowitz's introduction provides historical context, an assssment of the book's impact, and a discussion of its critical reception.
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Bedford/St. Martin's
Date Published: 1995-01-15
ISBN-13:9780312111809ISBN:0312111800
Description: Like New. Covers show minor shelf wear, otherwise an unblemished copy.; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Free Delivery Confirmation! Ships same or next business day! read more
Binding: Trade pb
Publisher: Bedford Books of St. Martin's Press, Boston
Date Published: c1995
ISBN-13:9780312111809ISBN:0312111800
Description: Fine. No dust jacket. The Bedford series in history and culture. First printing. (pbk. ) vii, 215 p. ; 21 cm. Includes bibliographical references (p. 204-206) and index. read more
Description: New. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. Trade PB, new, 215 pp. Editor Horowitz is professor of American studies and history at Smith College. Reviewer: "I am delighted to see Vance Packard's work available in this new abridged format. The Status Seekers can be used very effectively in a variety of courses including those focused on postwar America, American popular culture, gender and family, and consumerism. It is a classic. " Elaine Tyler May, University of Minnesota. read more
Description: Good. Only lightly used. Book has minimal wear to cover and binding. A few pages may have small creases and minimal underlining. Book selection as BIG as Texas. read more
Description: Very good. Book has appearance of only minimal use. All pages are undamaged with no significant creases or tears. With pride from Motor City. All books guaranteed. Best Service, Best Prices. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Bedford/St. Martin's
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780312111809ISBN:0312111800
Description: Very Good. This book is in very good condition. No highlighted portions or handwritten notes. This item was a donation to Goodwill of Greater Washington. Thank you for your purchase. Your order will be processed within 2 business days of receipt. read more
Description: Good. Light shelving wear with minimal damage to cover and bindings. Pages show minor use. Help save a tree. Buy all your used books from Green Earth Books. Read. Recycle and Reuse! read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Bedford/St. Martin's
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780312111809ISBN:0312111800
Description: Good. Slight wear, mildew or coloring. May have minimal highlights or markings on some pages. Ships within 24 business hours from SC. Satisfaction Guaranteed! read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Bedford/St. Martin's
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780312111809ISBN:0312111800
Description: Acceptable. Cd's and access codes are not guaranteed with used text books. Very readable copy. Contains some writing and markings in the book. Satisfaction Guaranteed! read more
Binding: PAPERBACK
Publisher: Bedford/St. Martin's
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780312111809ISBN:0312111800
Description: Very Good. 0312111800 Pub date: 1995. Condition: Very Good. Slight cover and/or page wear. Great used condition. We are a tested and proven company with over 400, 000 satisfied customers since 1997. Choose expedited shipping for much faster delivery. Delivery confirmation on al. read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Bedford/st Martins
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780312111809ISBN:0312111800
Description: Fair. Paperback. Not Pretty. Some Staining/Torn Pages; Frayed Corners. SKU: 16428968 All orders shipped within 1 business day. 14 day money back guarantee ISBN: 9780312111809. read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Bedford/st Martins
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780312111809ISBN:0312111800
Description: Very good. Paperback. Good Used. Frayed Corners/Bent Cover. SKU: 21173021 All orders shipped within 1 business day. 14 day money back guarantee ISBN: 9780312111809. read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Bedford/st Martins
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780312111809ISBN:0312111800
Description: Fine. Paperback. Almost New. SKU: 21036899 All orders shipped within 1 business day. 14 day money back guarantee ISBN: 9780312111809. read more
Description: Good. Used-Good. May contain highlighting/underlining/notes/etc. May have used stickers on cover. Ships same or next day. Expedited shipping takes 2-3 business days; standard shipping takes 4-14 business days. read more
Binding: Trade paperback
Publisher: Bedford Books
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780312111809ISBN:0312111800
Description: Very good. No dust jacket as issued. Signed by previous owner. appears near new but has previous owner note on inside cover. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 215 p. Bedford Series in History & Culture (Paperback). Audience: General/trade. read more
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