Consumerism
By: edited by Cara Acred
Series: Issues -- 276; Issues -- v. 270.
Publisher: Independence
Published: 2015
Place of publication: Cambridge
Language: eng
Number of pages: 44
ISBN-13: 9781861687043
Subjects: Consumption (Economics); Electronic commerce; Consumer behavior
Description: Since the advent of e-commerce, consumerism has evolved exponentially. In 2013, online retailing in Europe grew to £111.2 billion with online retail sales via mobile devices expected to grow to £7.62 billion. The high street, however, is suffering, with 27% of stores in the UK sitting vacant in January 2014. This book explores the development of e-commerce and the future of shopping. It also examines your rights as a consumer and considers the role of ethical consumerism in today's society.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.