Velvet cage

Posted by ESC on February 20, 2005

In Reply to: Velvet cage posted by tony on February 19, 2005

: "velvet cage" is a metaphor used by GEORGE RITZER in his book "The Ncdonaldization of America" (pine forge press, 2004) to describe the various degrees to which "Mcdonaldization" has permeated American society.
: he describes society as living within a velvet,rubber or iron cage.
: tony

Thanks.

• Velvet cage or coffin?