On the transformation of value orientation of commodity symbols
some philosophical considerations on spiritual transformation of consumptive activities
pp. 109-117
in: Deshun Li (ed), Values of our times, Berlin, Springer, 2013Abstract
Today, we are everywhere surrounded by the remarkable conspicuousness of consumption and affluence, established by the multiplication of objects, services, and material goods. This now constitutes a fundamental mutation in the ecology of the human species.