Junk Junk

Junk

Digging Through America's Love Affair with Stuff

    • 4.0 • 1 Rating
    • $14.99

Publisher Description

Uncover the hidden stories behind America's obsession with stuff in this witty and insightful exploration of our consumer culture.

What drives our urge to accumulate? Why do we cling to items long past their usefulness? Alison Stewart delves into the psychology, economics, and environmental impact of our overflowing homes and landfills. From profiles of junk removal experts to explorations of the minimalist movement, Junk offers a fresh perspective on our relationship with possessions.

Discover the surprising history of clutter, the psychology of hoarding, and the creative solutions people are finding to combat our culture of excess. Meet the quirky personalities who make a living from our castoffs, and learn how you can declutter your own life while making a positive impact on the planet. Perfect for fans of social commentary and anyone seeking a more mindful approach to consumption.

GENRE
Nonfiction
RELEASED
2016
April 1
LANGUAGE
EN
English
LENGTH
304
Pages
PUBLISHER
Chicago Review Press
SELLER
Bookwire US Inc
SIZE
9.3
MB

Customer Reviews

Cat in California ,

Junk is Not Good but this book is.

I enjoyed reading this book. As an eco-warrior and minimalist, it interests me. I didn’t like all the interviews tho. They were so long and windy and off track to me. However, I still will give it a 4 because of the topic and the fact that I didn’t learn anything new.

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