The Era of Consumerism
The Era of Consumerism is a project attempting to consistently examine the essence of consumption as a phenomenon. How does it affect society and the surrounding physical and cultural environment? What is the driving force behind the manipulation of public consciousness? What are the consequences? What does the opposition look like?
The system of common titles in the publication
Introduction and information about the authors
Typical spreads of the 20th century
Quotes
The book consists of 7 sections, selectively including chapters from 5 full-fledged philosophical and sociological works published in the 20th century, and 13 modern articles written in the 21st. The design of the book highlights the opinions of different generations. The same issues were raised in 1928 and in 2018. The publication contains interviews, modern photo projects, stills from the film, and the projects of an anti-consumer organization Adbusters.
Photo project
The beginning of an article, 21st century
Interview
Article XXI century. They Live (film)
General view of the section Consumption of Information
Article XX century, Consequences
General view of the section Consequences of the Consumer Society
Adbustres magazine covers
General view of the Anti-Consumer Movement / Adbusters campaign
Creativity by Adbusters
Reference information: photo projects
