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What We Buy and Who We Are

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Exploring the evolving relationship between consumers and brands, Rob Walker introduces the concept of "murketing," where individuals actively engage in marketing campaigns and create personal brands. Through case studies of companies like Timberland and Red Bull, Walker illustrates how consumers adopt products as expressions of their identities rather than mere purchases. This work blends marketing insights with cultural anthropology, revealing the profound connection between consumer choices and personal identity in today's marketplace.

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What We Buy and Who We Are
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English
Authors
Rob Walker
Released
2010
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Paperback
Pages
320
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9780812974096
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Exploring the evolving relationship between consumers and brands, Rob Walker introduces the concept of "murketing," where individuals actively engage in marketing campaigns and create personal brands. Through case studies of companies like Timberland and Red Bull, Walker illustrates how consumers adopt products as expressions of their identities rather than mere purchases. This work blends marketing insights with cultural anthropology, revealing the profound connection between consumer choices and personal identity in today's marketplace.