HISTORY 259

Special Topic: Capitalism and Consumerism in United States History

Description

This course examines the development of consumerism as an economic and social order in the United States, focusing on the twentieth century. It asks how the consumption of goods and services assumed a dominant place in American life and considers the ways in which market relations and the commodification of things have shaped cultural forms, social practices, and political movements. 

For full course information see the Digital Course Outline.

Digital Course Outlines will be refreshed around November/December.

Availability 2025

Not taught in 2025

Lecturer(s)

TBA

Points

HISTORY 259: 15 points

Prerequisites

60 points passed

Restrictions

HISTORY 359