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Erotic capitalCatherine Hakim, Jofre Homedes Beutnagel

Erotic capital

Catherine Hakim, Jofre Homedes Beutnagel
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5 editions · 2 languages
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"In 2010, pioneering sociologist Catherine Hakim shocked the world with a provocative new theory: In addition to the three recognized personal assets (economic, cultural, and social capital), each individual has a fourth asset-erotic capital-that he or she can, and should, use to advance within society. In this bold and controversial book, Hakim explores the applications and significance of erotic capital, challenging the disapproval meted out to women and men who use sex appeal to get ahead in life. Social scientists have paid little serious attention to these modes of personal empowerment,…

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Editions

5 editions · 2 languages
  • Paperback · English · 2012
    Honey Money
    Penguin UK · 256 pages · 9780241952214
  • Paperback · English · 2011
    Honey Money
    Allen Lane · 256 pages · 9781846144530
  • Other · English · 2011
    Basic Books · 295 pages · 9780465027477
  • Other · English · 2011
    Honey money
    Allen Lane · 372 pages · 9781846144196
  • Paperback · Spanish · 2019
    Capital erótico
    DEBATE · 368 pages · 9788417636296
Sexual attractionSOCIAL SCIENCE / Sociology / GeneralInterpersonal attractionInterpersonal relationsCharisma (Personality trait)SuccessDiscriminationPhysical-appearance-based bias