The Theory of the Leisure Class

Who is Primitive Savage from The Theory of the Leisure Class and what is their importance?

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A primitive culture is one in which there is no ownership. This is viewed as the lowest stage of development. There is no defined leisure class or any other class. The community or tribe members do what they have to for survival. Each individual has his own level of ability and skill. The men who are able hunt for the community's food supply. The women and the lesser able men perform the other chores. All members of the community engage in productive work. The community is basically peaceful. There is no desire to accumulate any goods. They have no need for wealth or power. When their actions become predatory, they transform to a different level of development.