"Leisure Aristocracy Theory" is a masterpiece of sociology and economic theory created by the outstanding American scientist Torsten Veblen. In this book, the author explores the phenomenon of the "period of leisure aristocracy" in societies where material goods and indicators of social status play a decisive role. Veblen analyzes the rituals and customs of high society consumption, showing that it is not only aimed at satisfying basic needs, but is a complex system formed under the influence of social norms and stereotypes. In addition, the author singles out the concept of "distinction" as a key component of maintaining the status of aristocracy and deciphers how social classes regulate their positioning in the hierarchy through various forms of display and disclosure of their wealth. Whether the consumption of the upper classes is merely a vain pastime or whether it has practical or symbolic value is a question that Veblen pondered in his theory. This book leaves the reader in awe of deep reflections on the essence of capitalist society and its values.