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Eugene W. Holland, "Perversions of the Market: Sadism, Masochism, and the Culture of Capitalism" (SUNY Press, 2024)

New Books in Sociology

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Market Perversions and Literary Reflections

This chapter explores the author's latest work, 'Perversions of the Market,' while connecting its themes to previous writings such as 'Nomad Citizenship.' It investigates the evolution of market structures within capitalism, utilizing literary references to sadism and masochism to highlight socio-economic dynamics. The discussion emphasizes the interplay between capital, pleasure, and identity, revealing how these concepts intertwine within historical and literary contexts.

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