In the days since the Industrial Revolution, Americans have put a premium on convenience and low prices. But this obsession with low prices has its consequences. At times, durability, craftsmanship and even social responsibility are sacrificed. Host Liane Hansen talks with Ellen Ruppel Shell, author of the book, Cheap: The High Cost of Discount Culture. - read the NPR story here.
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Monday, August 30, 2010
Americans Pay The Price Of Getting Things 'Cheap' from NPR Topics: Books
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