Did Veblen’s ideas gain significant popularity during his lifetime?
Yes, they were widely accepted
No, they often faced criticism
Yes, but only among economists
No, but they became popular posthumously
Answer
While Veblen’s ideas about social stratification have been highly influential and have gained popularity in the present day, they were not well-received during his lifetime. His work was often criticized for being too theoretical and for lacking empirical evidence to support his claims. However, his ideas have continued to be studied and debated by scholars of sociology, economics, and anthropology.
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