What Makes Things Cool? How Autonomy Influences Perceived Coolness
Warren, C; Campbell, M C.
Journal of Consumer Research 41(2): 543-563
2014
ISSN/ISBN: 0093-5301 DOI: 10.1086/676680
Accession: 064607707
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