The McDonaldization of society 6 /
George Ritzer.
- 6th edition.
- Los Angeles, Calif. ; London : Pine Forge, c2011.
- xv, 306 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Previous ed.: 2008.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
The fast-food business, most notably McDonalds, revolutionised not only the restaurant business but also American society and ultimately, the world. Using the model of McDonalds, the author draws on the theories of Weber to produce a social critique.
Popular culture--United States. Social structure--United States. Management--Social aspects--United States. Fast food restaurants--Social aspects--United States. Society.