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- Oh, what might have been!
- Surpasses the produced film on so many levels.
- Fascinating--the "I, Robot" movie that WASN'T filmed
- A blockbuster we'll never see...
- Fascinating read, yet has serious structural problems
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Until the recent announcement of the Will Smith/Alex Proyas collaboration scheduled for release in 2004, numerous attempts had been made to adapt Isaac Asimov's classic story-cycle, I, Robot, to the motion picture medium. All efforts failed. In 1977, producers approached multiple-award-winning author Harlan Ellison to take a crack at this "impossible" project. He accepted, and produced an astonishing screenplay that Asimov felt would be "The first really adult, complex, worthwhile science fiction movie ever made." That screenplay is presented here in book format, brought to scintillating life by the illustrations of artist Mark Zug. After you read it, then decide: Is this not the greatest science fiction movie never made?
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Oh, what might have been!.......2007-04-06
I Robot: The Illustrated Screenplay will appeal to fans of both Ellison and Asimov. Ellison does a masterful job, using Asimov's stories as a springboard for his script. That script is a thing of beauty, a synthesis of the two authors--Ellison preserves and celebrates Asimov's work even as he puts his own distinct mark on the material. The result stands as a tribute to Asimov's overwhelming contribution to science fiction, and to Ellison's skill and professionalism as a scriptwriter. Kudos are also in order for the the outstanding illustrations provided by the talented Mark Zug, which compliment and enhance the text.
Surpasses the produced film on so many levels........2006-04-03
I've enjoyed reading many screenplays before, but this is one of my all time favorites. The favorite when it comes to Sci-Fi (although Harlan Ellison would most likely perfer Speculative fiction). The Screenplay is many things:
An adult Speculative Fiction tale.
A merging of Issac Asimov's i,robot stories.
A story that touches you on an emotional level.
Here's what it's not:
An action thriller.
A movie with a hip actor who will explain to us that black people don't like cats.
A long commercial for Converse and Audi.
This is a mature tale in the vain of sci-fi classics. It's the ten percent of "Sci-fi" Sturgeon wanted people to point to when they point to the genre. After seeing how much the produced version was dumbed down, it's doubtful this film could be made. It would be a great film, at least critical acclaim wise, but with the belief that movie patrons are idots who need an explosion ever five minutes, it's doubtful.
Fascinating--the "I, Robot" movie that WASN'T filmed.......2004-08-19
This screenplay should be said to be "inspired" by the book _I, Robot_, since it takes the world described in Asimov's short story collection and extends it in all manner of ways. Four of Asimov's short stories appear in this book in one form or another, usually as flashbacks. The story, though, is of one reporter's quest to find robopsychologist Susan Calvin, who, in her later years, has isolated herself almost completely from the outside world. The reporter tries every avenue possible to learn more about his subject as he pursues the goal of actually interviewing her.
This is a screenplay, not a novel. Reading it takes some getting used to; it uses abbreviations freely ("CU" for close-up, etc.) and is formatted as the movie script that it is. There are color plates of illustrations based on the screenplay (perhaps from a storyboard for the proposed film?). They are numbered by scene so that the reader can find the part of the action the picture is depicting. There are also occasional black and white drawings in the main text. The illustrations are quite evocative and set the scene well.
The story is a fun read, but near the end it gets a little weird (a metaphysical contest is a little hard to decipher). But overall, I liked this take on the book and wonder how it would have looked as a movie.
A blockbuster we'll never see..........2004-07-31
With the release of the new I, Robot movie, there are probably a lot of people confused by the different versions of I, Robot that exist. If you are a fan of Isaac Asimov's works, then you should probably steer clear of the new movie starring Will Smith. Published accounts I have read have indicated that the studio acquired the rights to the I, Robot stories and then took an already existing script (having nothing to do with Asimov's stories) changed some character's names, and added the three laws of robotics. Hardly, does justice to some of the most famous science fiction stories ever written.
However, years ago, Harlan Ellison did write a screenplay for an I, Robot movie, that does keep to the spirit of the Asimov stories. In fact, in this reviewer's opinion, this screenplay ties the stories together and adds a level of emotion that make it more powerful and memorable than Asimov's original book version. The character of Susan Calvin is, little by little, given real depth - and her saga will bring a tear to your eye on more than one occasion.
Despite the fact that it is written as a screenplay, making it somewhat more awkward to read than straight prose, once you begin to read, it is impossible to put down. I read it in one sitting, in the time it took to...well...watch a movie.
Upon completion, part of me was sad that this was not the version that was filmed, for it would have been a classic movie. But, I am grateful that this illustrated screenplay version exists. Do yourself a favor and buy it. As you read, it will become your own personal blockbuster, whose images will remain in your heart and mind long after the lights come up in your local theater. And we have Harlan Ellison to thank for it.
Fascinating read, yet has serious structural problems.......2004-07-26
I hate to rain on the parade of some other readers, but, from a screenwriter's standpoint, I found some serious problems that would have to be remedied, before the screenplay could be filmed.
First, however, I'll praise it for its fascinating ideas and visual richness, and for having a woman protagonist at a time (1978) when it was not yet common in the science fiction film genre. I agree that the "Citizen Kane" like approach has merit, and, in one sense, works better than "Kane," becuase the subject of the reporter's investigation is still alive, and that adds to the suspense. I also detected some "Apocalypse Now" influence, even though the controversial Vietnam War film had not yet been released. Susan Calvin has similarities to Kane, but also to Kurtz, and I don't think it's just a coincidence that Harlan Ellison says he pictured Martin Sheen as the man sent to find her. The probable three hour plus length of the resulting film did not bother me, although I imagine how it must have bothered the studio executives. Today, with special effects costs no longer the issue they once were, it could be done as a Sci Fi Channel miniseries.
My problem with the script has to do with the relative contributions of the four Asimov stories to the plot, and with how that plot is resolved. Even though I have not read the original Asimov works, I guessed the big surprise at the end almost from the very beginning. (I also made an early guess about Susan Calvin's bodyguards, but the screenplay neither confirms nor denies it.)
The first story (Robbie), works well and contributes its share to the overall story. The two stories in the middle (Speedy and Herbie), although they stand on their own very well, contribute little to the overall story, in relation to the amount of time spent on them. Also, the Herbie story sets something up, which has the potential to pay off big later on, but never does. The fourth story (Lenny/Steven Byerley), which ultimately resolves the plot, is given the least thorough treatment. One part of it is very detailed, but the rest is glossed over and/or told second hand. The result is a disappointingly awkward and abrupt ending, which leaves gaping holes. (There's also the matter of something similar to "Colossus: The Forbin Project" being dropped in very late with no foreshadowing.)
That last and most important of the stories needs fleshing out, while some of the earlier, less relevant, material could be shortened or cut. Alternatively, I would suggest building on developments in the second and third stories, following the example of the first, so that the fourth story follows their lead and fulfills the character arcs in a more satsifying way.
I imagine Harlan Ellison never received this kind of advice. If he's right that the "studio vegetable" never bothered to read the script, then the studio never gave him the constructive criticism that was needed to save the project. I agree with Ellison that it is a tragedy that one studio executive, for no other reason than a personal vendetta over a remark, was able to block any version of this script from ever being filmed. Now, instead, we have a dumbed down action picture, which lifts Issac Asimov's title, a couple of his characters, and his Three Laws, but, otherwise, has nothing to do with his stories.
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In this collection, one of the great classics of science fiction, Asimov set out the principles of robot behavior that we know as the Three Laws of Robotics. Here are stories of robots gone mad, mind-reading robots, robots with a sense of humor, robot politicians, and robots who secretly run the world, all told with Asimov's trademark dramatic blend of science fact and science fiction.
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The three laws of Robotics:
1. A robot may not injure a human being or, through inaction, allow a human being to come to harm
2. A robot must obey orders givein to it by human beings except where such orders would conflict with the First Law.
3. A robot must protect its own existence as long as such protection does not conflict with the First or Second Law.
With these three, simple directives, Isaac Asimov changed our perception of robots forever when he formulated the laws governing their behavior. In I, Robot, Asimov chronicles the development of the robot through a series of interlinked stories: from its primitive origins in the present to its ultimate perfection in the not-so-distant future—a future in which humanity itself may be rendered obsolete.
Here are stories of robots gone mad, of mind-read robots, and robots with a sense of humor. Of robot politicians, and robots who secretly run the world—all told with the dramatic blend of science fact and science fiction that has become Asmiov's trademark.
Customer Reviews:
Not as Good as I Expected.......2007-08-07
I hesitate to say anything negative about a seminal work by a science fiction grandmaster, but... I was disappointed by I, Robot. No, I didn't expect it to be like the movie; I knew it was a collection of Asimov's early short stories in which he first explored robotics - coining the term, in fact - and the implications of his famous Three Laws. And I am an Asimov fan. I loved the Robot series that grew out of this book, and the first Foundation trilogy, oh my God, it's only the best sci-fi series ever!
If you set aside the unquestioned historical importance of I, Robot, however, and try to approach it as just another book that you've never read before, well, it's not that impressive. Each story has a central idea, usually a potential conflict in the application of the Three Laws, and the ideas are truly ingenious. But Asimov was still developing his craft. The writing is bare bones. The characters are two-dimensional, mere literary conveniences to move the story along. There is a bare minimum of description, and, hardest for a modern reader to take, the dialogue is 1940's cheesy. The stories themselves are interesting, but not gripping, and they are linked by awkwardly clunky segues. All in all, it shows a writer of promise who has not yet matured. (But Foundation was written at about the same time... hmm...)
I Robot is worth reading. I appreciate its significance. It is an enjoyable read. The problem is, I liked it, but I expected to love it.
Okay, lightning can strike me now.
Not Free SF Reader.......2007-08-04
Much speculation on the future when robots with high-level brains have been manufactured to work alongside humans.
A highly influential work that is referenced again and again, and one that people should definitely check out, especially those with an interest in science fiction and important milestones.
The robot stories have been highly influential on many writers throughout the decades, and were also eventually tied into Asimov's overall Future History.
If you have a bit of an interst in the history of SF you really should check them out.
I Robot : Robbie - Isaac Asimov
I Robot : Runaround - Isaac Asimov
I Robot : Reason - Isaac Asimov
I Robot : Catch that Rabbit - Isaac Asimov
I Robot : Liar! - Isaac Asimov
I Robot : Little Lost Robot - Isaac Asimov
I Robot : Escape! - Isaac Asimov
I Robot : Evidence - Isaac Asimov
I Robot : The Evitable Conflict - Isaac Asimov
Robot chasey and other games.
3.5 out of 5
Old robot mine retrieval squad.
4 out of 5
Robot curiosity of philosophy.
3.5 out of 5
New robot brains can be problematic.
3.5 out of 5
Telepathic robot advice is caught in logic loop.
3.5 out of 5
Monkeying with the Laws can have surprising results.
4 out of 5
Big Brain interrogation and travel problems.
3.5 out of 5
Politics and impersonation.
3.5 out of 5
Politics of The Machine.
3 out of 5
So much more intriguing than the film.......2007-06-19
OK, Will Smith needs to get off the front cover of this book and just stick to the DVD cover...because this book is nothing like the movie. Instead of being an average action story with cool special effects, this novel includes several stories including a comedy pair who can't seem to get themselves out of trouble, a preview of life without nationalism, a utopian society run by robots (err...not really). This is a quick, entertaining read. Highly recommended. Asimov had such a great sense of humor, which was sorely missed in the film.
Aging Gracefully.......2007-06-12
I, Robot and I, were born in the same year and I suppose I first read the book when I was in my teens and robots were only just a figment of the imagination. Re-reading it again, I find it to be a product of its times. Much as I have always been an admirer of Asimov, I can now see the cultural biases at work; all of his characters are men, even Dr. Susan Calvin. It may have seemed risque to have a female as the lead character, but she was just a man in woman's clothes. For this androgyny, she was punished by having no life outside of work and no real relationships with either men or women.
I suppose we cannot criticise Asimov for his failed vision of the future - some of the events related in the book should be occurring now! We have no robots or space colonies and technology has evolved in a different direction. But remember that the transistor had only just been invented and computers were room-sized behemoths stuffed with relays and vacuum tubes. Who could possibly envisage the PC-driven world of today? However,if we ignore the acual technology, and look at the interplay of man and machine, there are some underlying truths. How many of us have cursed our computers, their ridgid logic and stubborn desire not to do what we want them to ? When your car deploys its airbags in an accident, is it not just following the first law of robotics "...or by inaction allow a human to come to harm"?
Finally, I was amused when Asimov allowed his robots to invent a religion and worship 'the Master'. He was showing how easily religions can distort observable facts and flourish in a non-skeptical population.
How did they get the movie from this?.......2007-06-03
I, Robot
Let me say this first: those that have seen the movie, be prepared! The book is nothing like it!
For those that have only read the book, be warned! The movie is nothing like the book.
Plot:
An interviewer goes to Dr. Susan Calvin, robopsychiatrist, writing an article about her lifetime work with robots. What ensues are nine, what I like to term, "short stories" about the evolution of robots in human society from the viewpoint of Dr. Calvin. "Robbie"--This story is about a little girl who loves a robot. Her mother, however, isn't too keen on the idea so she gets rid of the robot.
"Runaround"--The first story with Mike Donovan and Greg Powell. The two field specialists are trying to troubleshoot why a robot is running around a selenium pool.
"Reason"--An advanced robot does not believe that Donovan and Powell created him and takes control over the space station.
"Catch That Rabbit"--A robot that controls six other less advanced robot starts dancing and marching instead of mining ore on Mars.
"Liar!"--A mind-reading robot wreaks havoc on the lives of Dr. Alfred Lanning, Dr. Peter Bogert, and Dr. Calvin.
"Little Lost Robot"--An altered robot disappears and one extra robot is recorded in a new shipment of 62 identical robots. Dr. Calvin and Dr. Bogert must determine which of the 63 robots is the altered one.
"Escape!"--U.S. Robots and Mechanical Men has its Brain solve the problem of space travel. Or so they think.
"Evidence"--A man running for mayor is suspected of being a robot.
"The Evitable Conflict"--Are the Machines that run the world making mistakes on purpose for humans benefit?
Good:
The stories were unique and well-thought out. The stories kept me on my seat as I tried to figure out how the robots were not functioning as expected. This reminds me of how we attempt to troubleshoot why computers don't behave properly. It is amusing to think that Asimov thought that we, as a society, would be technologically advanced enough to have created robots in the 1990's (not a fault, just an interesting tidbit, like planetary travel in 2001: A Space Odyssey). Asimov's perspective on robots and what their position in our society should be is very thought provoking.
My favorite short story was "Robbie", an amusing tale of how a girl loves her robot and what her parents feel about it. I enjoyed the characters Mike Donovan and Greg Powell and the crazy adventures they went through.
Bad:
Well, towards the end, I feel the stories get too--how do I put it?--out of reach, I guess. They don't have answers and made me feel a little helpless. I like my mind being bent and twisted, but I felt it was almost out of touch, dour, and depressing.
Don't expect a lot of character development. We never understand why Dr. Calvin is cold (other than she was possibly rejected by a man she had affection to). This book is better at thought-provoking society inquiries than making characters loveable and believable.
Dialogue/Sexual Situations/Violence:
Foul language is only alluded to, not directly stated. No sexual situations. No violence.
Overall:
This is a good book! Definitely, sci-fi people should read this one. It forces you to think about who humans are and how our technology might affect how we interact with ourselves and it. My biggest problem is this: the movie and the book are nothing alike. I don't know why Hollywood bothered naming the book after the move.
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- Ellison's infamous unproduced screenplay for Asimov's "I, Robot"
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I, Robot the Illustrated Screenplay
Isaac Asimov
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This screenplay is presented here in book format, brought to scintillating life by the illustrations of artist Mark Zug.
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Ellison's infamous unproduced screenplay for Asimov's "I, Robot".......2005-08-15
Many, many years ago I happened to hear an audio tape of Harlan Ellison reading the first part of his "I, Robot" script for a Science-Fiction convention, so when what may well be the most infamous unproduced script in Hollywood history was finally available in print I picked it up immediately. Ellison takes several of Isaac Asimov's classic Robot short stories (including "Lenny," "Liar!" and "Evidence") and weaves them into the life story of Susan Calvin, told in flashbacks to a reporter at the funeral for Stephen Byerley, First President of the Galactic Federation. For example, Susan nows becomes the little girl in "Robbie." Consequently, Ellison avoids the traditional pitfall of omnibus movies, such as "Tales from the Crypt," "The Twilight Zone" or "Creepshow," where whatever is used to link the segments together is of little or no importance to the overall film.
Ellison's introductory essay is certainly not as vitriolic as his story about what happened to his "Star Trek" script "The City on the Edge of Forever," but it does recount the bizzaro world of movie making to explain why this remained an unproduced screenplay. Both the essay and the script are testaments to Ellison's deep personal affection for Asimov and a special treat is Ellison's revelation as to the casting he had in mind when he wrote the script: Joanne Woodward as Susan Calvin, George C. Scott as Reverend Soldah, Martin Sheen as Robert Bratenahl, and Keenan Wynn and Ernest Borgnine as Donovan and Powell. Sounds good to me.
You may come to this illustrated screenplay as a fan of Ellison or of Asimov or most likely of both. However, regardless of your point of origin I think it is important that you have read the original Asimov Robot stories before you read the script. The stories are Asimov's but the adaptation is Ellison's, and you have to know the original tales to appreciate the inspired organization of this script that weaves them together. The artwork that illustrates the screenplay is by Mark Zug, and consists of both full-page color paintings and black & white character sketches that help to flesh out your mental images of Calvin, Donovan, Powell, and the rest of the gang.
The fact that there is a movie version of "I, Robot," starring Will Smith, now available on DVD, simply helps prove the superiority of Ellison's adaptation. Just read Ellisons' script and compare it to what Hollywood has wrought and you get exactly what Tinsle Town is all about in a nutshell. The fault with the movie is that it celebrated action over intellect, and that the story it tells would be better suited for an Asimov Robot story down the road once you really understand the three laws. You will also note that at the start of "I, Robot" the three laws of robotics appear one by one, imposed over bubbling water. The water, it turns out, is not part of a super computer, but it sure strikes me as an intentional homage to the start of Ellison's screenplay. If it is not, then you know full well there would have been a lawsuit coming (cf. Ellison and "Terminator").
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Trade paperback, Edgeworks Abbey, 2004. Illustrated with 16 pages of full-color art by Mark Zug.
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Haydn Studies deals with many new aspects of a composer who is perennially fresh. It concentrates principally on matters of reception, style and aesthetics and presents many radical new readings of the composer's work. Contributions by both established Haydn scholars and others who are new to the field combine to give a stronger sense than is generally understood of the composer's immense significance.
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In this innovative book, Grandmaster and renowned endgame expert Glenn Flear concentrates on the very basics of pawn endings. He outlines the key principles and rules, and demonstrates how these work in practical examples.
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A good book with some flaws........2005-08-08
As the title suggests, this is meant to be a book for players wishing to gut a solid understanding for the fundamental themes underlying strong K+P endgame play. All very well, but this book has some notable faults. Firstly and foremost is that the book is quite theoretical. It gives a lot of variations and positions which you are meant to remember. Because of this, working through this book can seem like a chore. Another point is one which is not really the authors fault so much, but some writers, notably seirawan have an individual touch through which they can communicate to amateurs and make reading there books enjoyable. Starting Out: Pawn Endgames doesn't have that touch. Nevertheless, it does contain useful information and upon going through this book once I have gathered useful points to improve my play.
An intermediate-level chess instructional.......2004-11-08
Starting Out: Pawn Endgames is an intermediate-level chess instructional and self-improvement guide, that focuses on teaching the reader about endgame situations when it's down to just kings and pawns. English chess grandmaster Glenn Fear shares his years of experience, tips, and warnings, in clear prose with numerous sample games and diagrams. From dealing with a race, to maneuvering the king, to common mistakes and practical exercises, Starting Out: Pawn Endgames is an excellent resource to hone one's skill and learn more about the game itself.
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First published to media acclaim in October 2003, Trading Up revealed how today's middle-class consumers are seeking higher levels of quality, taste, and aspiration than had ever been possible before—in their choices of cars and clothing, vodka and beer, golf clubs and dolls, and much more. The book identified a major opportunity for entrepreneurs and innovators, managers and marketers, in every category of consumer goods and services. Now Michael Silverstein and Neil Fiske have thoroughly revised this BusinessWeek bestseller with new research and new insights into the still- growing phenomenon of trading up.
Customer Reviews:
Great Insight, but Could Be Shorter.......2007-08-15
This book is a great reference to trends in our society and the new buying habits. There are great "buzzwords" and alot of statistics quoted. However, as you read on, there is a great deal of repetition and I believe that this entire book could be summarized in 25 pages.
Wish I had more time............2007-03-30
I have only just started to read the book, but my time is limited so I haven't really gotten to enjoy it. But what I have read so far is great!!! I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in what makes Americans tick!
Consumer goods startups must read.......2007-01-07
I've been working for years to develop what Silverstein and Fiske describe as New Luxury products. I wish I had this book in 1999 when I started! While I have come to the same conclusions and I find that this book validates my concept and strategy like no other, the real value for me has been the better organization of the concept and suggested processes than I've been able to develop on my own. When you read the acknowledgments you'll see a huge list of people and resources that few of us entrepreneurs have available. This gives the book incredible depth and value.
Unfortunately the authors never mention ethnographic research although they are doing that science in an ad hoc way. They may not be aware of the applicability of ethnology to market and product research. Sure, ethnology was developed for studying remote tribes but mix this with neuroscience and environmental behavior research and business gets interesting.
A major feature of this book that we rarely see in biz books is the chapter at the end that explains their sources in a more useful way than the typical end notes. It would be nice if more authors would explain their sources and reasonings rather than just list sources.
- jim
Retail Marketing 101.......2006-10-03
This well written book basically outlines the consumer market as it is today: that most consumers, while buying basic necessities at discount retailers such as Wal-Mart and Target, don't mind paying a little extra for luxury goods they feel are worth it in some way. It's a fascinating read for anybody interested in the retail business or in marketing. As somebody who is currently in marketing and who worked at Bath & Body Works for a number of years (of which one of the book's authors, Neil Fiske, is the CEO), it was interesting to learn why the store went from a country, home-spun theme in the 1990's to the upscale, urban "apothecary" it is today. Though Bath & Body Works was never used as a case study in the book, the concept of trading up is certainly applied to the store (thanks to Fiske's leadership).
Besides its commentary on the current retail market, the book presents an insightful view of our modern American society. We live in such an affluent society and presented with so many choices that we have the luxury to "trade up". Even those with relatively low incomes can trade up on a few items. It's all about the person's priorities and how they choose to distribute their money.
All this affluence and trading up has led to a higher quality of life for all. While those with low incomes are able to buy decent products at low prices at Wal-Mart and Target, middle and upper income individuals can shop at those same stores and use the extra money they've saved to buy higher-end goods.
My one caveat about the book is its overabundance of marketing jargon. Somebody outside of the marketing and business field may not understand some of the terminology. But the book doesn't seem to be written for the average lay person in any case. Just thought I'd bring that up for what it's worth.
Trading Up.......2006-09-30
Did you ever wonder why it is becoming so much more difficult to find products that either aren't luxury or low-end? The authors explain how consumers are selectively trading up for products that they value and trading down in other areas, leaving the middle. The authors use case studies to make their case. For example, some consumers are willing to shell out $2000 for a washer and dryer. Not any washer and dryer but the latest side load offering from Whirlpool. Considering that you can get a washer and dryer for $400 to $600 this is quite a premium. The authors explain how companies if they can provide a ladder of value for a product can entice consumers to trade-up, even for something as humdrum as a washer and dryer. The authors back up their concepts with marketplace facts as well as socioeconomic factors such as the increased number of women in the workforce and the state of the family.
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