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This study questions the view that contemporary societies are dominated by self-interest, and constructs a moral economy beyond the rationale of the market place. It is suitable for students and academics of sociology and cultural anthropology.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Berking, Helmuth
Corporate Author: Sage Publications
Format: eBook
Language:English
Language Notes:Translated from the German.
Published: London : SAGE, 1999.
Series:Theory, culture & society.
Subjects:
Gifts > Social aspects.
Generosity > Social aspects.
Self-interest.
Generosity > Moral and ethical aspects.
Electronic books.
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Description
Summary:This study questions the view that contemporary societies are dominated by self-interest, and constructs a moral economy beyond the rationale of the market place. It is suitable for students and academics of sociology and cultural anthropology.
Physical Description:1 online resource (x, 165 pages).
Audience:Specialized.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781446217832 (ebook) :