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Handbook of Research Methods in Tourism - Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches (Paperback): Larry Dwyer, Alison Gill, Neelu... Handbook of Research Methods in Tourism - Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches (Paperback)
Larry Dwyer, Alison Gill, Neelu Seetaram
R1,561 Discovery Miles 15 610 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This insightful book explores the most important established and emerging qualitative and quantitative research methods in tourism. The authors provide a detailed overview of the nature of the research method, its use in tourism, the advantages and limitations, and future directions for research. Each chapter is structured to provide information on: the nature of the technique and its evolution; background and types of problems that the technique is designed to handle; applications of the technique to tourism, including discussion of studies that have used the technique and their findings; advantages and limitations of the technique conceptually and for policy formulation; and further developments and applications of the technique in tourism research. Handbook of Research Methods in Tourism will appeal to social scientists, students as well as researchers in tourism who use quantitative and qualitative research techniques. Contributors: K.M. Adams, E. Ahmed, A. Apostolakis, S. Cang, C. Cater, S. Divisekera, D. Dredge, L. Dwyer, E.W. Foemmel, L. Fredline, A. Gill, U. Gretzel, R. Hales, G.R. Jennings, O. Junek, H. Kennedy-Eden, L. Killion, G. Kyle, J. Lee, Z. Lei, G. Li, T. Low, N.G. McGehee, C. Morley, A. Papatheodorou, G.B. Peng, S. Petit, T.D. Pham, C. Polo, N.F. Ribeiro, J. Rossello, C.A. Santos, N. Seetaram, C. Shim, H. Song, S. Stepchenkova, D.J. Timothy, L.W. Turner, E. Valle, C. Vu, S.F Witt

Innovation and Impact of Sex as Leisure in Research and Practice (Hardcover): Liza Berdychevsky, Neil Carr Innovation and Impact of Sex as Leisure in Research and Practice (Hardcover)
Liza Berdychevsky, Neil Carr
R3,909 Discovery Miles 39 090 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book responds to the need to investigate the complex links between sex and leisure and their implications for research and practice. Understanding sex as leisure aligns with sex-positive culture that focuses on affirming pleasure in the contemporary sexual discourse and advocating for sexual diversity, freedom, empowerment, and fulfilling sex lives. The focus of this book is on analyzing the complexity of sex as leisure in various socio-cultural and geographical contexts, with particular reference to vulnerable populations and pressing sexual issues, including sexual pleasure and expression, biomedicalization of sexuality, and social justice and sexuality. Specific chapters offer diverse international coverage and address the links between a positive sexuality framework and leisure research. The chapters cover sexual play and sex toys based on consumer experience perspectives; using the leisure lens to analyze sex and pornography addiction; quadriplegic sexuality and leisure; rejection and resilience on a gay cruise; relational dynamics of aging, exploitation, and deceit in sex tourism; sexual harassment of solo female travelers; and the complexity of consent in the sexualized leisure space of a pornography expo. This book will be of great value to those interested in transdisciplinary scholarship as it critically broadens the bio-psycho-socio-cultural perspective of sex as leisure. The chapters in this book were originally published as a special issue of the journal, Leisure Sciences.

Family Events - Practices, Displays and Intimacies (Hardcover): Thomas Fletcher Family Events - Practices, Displays and Intimacies (Hardcover)
Thomas Fletcher
R3,924 Discovery Miles 39 240 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Valuable contribution being together family an event research together and uses events as a lens to further understand how family is constructed, understood and portrayed in modern society. Wide appeal given multidisciplinary approach to a range of disciplines including events, leisure, sociology and sport. Includes research from around the world and looks at a variety of event contexts.

Globalisation, Tourism and Simulacra - A Baudrillardian Study of Tourist Space in Thailand (Paperback): Kunphatu Sakwit Globalisation, Tourism and Simulacra - A Baudrillardian Study of Tourist Space in Thailand (Paperback)
Kunphatu Sakwit
R1,226 Discovery Miles 12 260 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book draws on the thought of Baudrillard to explore the effects of globalisation and tourism in a Thai context. Arguing that tourism does not necessarily erode local culture but that local culture can in fact be recreated through globalisation and tourism, the author employs studies of the Damnoen Saduk and Pattaya floating markets, showing them to be simulations of Thai culture that undergo changes of form, cultural content and activity, through various stages of representation. With a focus on the themes of the circulation of value and signs, the play of differences and orders of simulacra, this volume examines the extent to which Baudrillard's theory can apply in a non-western context and in relation to tourism. A study of consumption, tourism and the relations between the global and the local, Globalisation, Tourism and Simulacra will appeal to scholars of sociology and geography with interests tourism, globalisation and social theory.

Understanding Tourism Mobilities in Japan (Paperback): Hideki Endo Understanding Tourism Mobilities in Japan (Paperback)
Hideki Endo
R1,235 Discovery Miles 12 350 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The total number of foreign tourists received in countries throughout the world was 530 million in 1995. That number broke through the 1 billion mark for the first time in 2012, at 1,035,000,000. In 2015, it reached 1,180,000,000. According to Anthony Elliott and John Urry, modern society has been characterized as being "mobile", and within that we are also living "mobile lives". In modern society, flows of people, things, capital, information, ideas and technologies are constantly occurring, and as they are merging like a violently rushing stream, what could be termed a landscape of mobilities has appeared. Social realities are in flux and are transforming to become different than they were before. This volume will expand the inquiry of tourism mobilities comprehensively and clearly from the fields of humanities and social sciences. In particular, tourism mobilities has been actively investigated up to now in the UK, US, Europe and Australia, but even though the Japanese body of literature contains a great many excellent studies of Japanese examples, there are almost no English-language articles presenting their results. Publishing examples of Japanese tourism mobilities will not only foster new and exciting lines of inquiry for existing and future research on tourism mobilities, but will also have implications for humanities and social sciences throughout the world.

Tourism Marketing in Bangladesh - An Introduction (Paperback): Azizul Hassan Tourism Marketing in Bangladesh - An Introduction (Paperback)
Azizul Hassan
R1,667 Discovery Miles 16 670 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Tourism is often a key driver of economic growth in many countries. The recent upward trends of tourism and hospitality education in higher academic institutions in Bangladesh suggests a growing tourism sector. Very little has been written on Bangladesh's tourism industry. This is the first edited volume published from an international publisher which looks at this industry and how it has developed and flourished. The book begins by looking at tourism policy planning and provides a comprehensive overview of topics from tourism products and services in Bangladesh to how they are being marketed. It also discusses how private and public tourism institutions can address future long term trends. This book will appeal to those interested to learn more about developing tourism industry in emerging economies and may provide invaluable lessons from Bangladesh's experience and success.

The Economics of Tourism Destinations - Theory and Practice (Hardcover, 4th edition): Norbert Vanhove The Economics of Tourism Destinations - Theory and Practice (Hardcover, 4th edition)
Norbert Vanhove
R4,104 Discovery Miles 41 040 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

* Coverage: Evaluates the impact of tourism at the macroeconomic as well as the micro level in relation to existing and emerging destinations. * Focus: This book concentrates on destinations and regional tourism development rather than tourism industry as whole like other books available. * Case Studies: Integrates case studies from a range of regions to showcase theory in practice in a range of both developed and developing tourism destinations.

Tourism and Development in the Himalaya - Social, Environmental, and Economic Forces (Hardcover): Gyan P. Nyaupane, Dallen J.... Tourism and Development in the Himalaya - Social, Environmental, and Economic Forces (Hardcover)
Gyan P. Nyaupane, Dallen J. Timothy
R4,065 Discovery Miles 40 650 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book examines the unique characteristics of the Himalaya that mark them as a special region among other orographic regions of the world. The Himalayan range is an important global asset for ecological, climatic, cultural, spiritual, and economic reasons. Its diversity of landscapes, climates, and biotic systems makes the Himalaya an extremely attractive region for tourism. The book examines tourism and development in the Himalaya region, exploring its sociocultural, environmental, and economic dimensions. The contributors address Himalayan issues from a holistic perspective, emphasizing the uniqueness of the region, together with concerns it shares with other montane, developing parts of the world. With a framework of sustainable development, this book elucidates interdisciplinary perspectives on nature, society, economic development, poverty, justice, health, social and environmental vulnerability, faith and culture, Indigenous rights, women, conflict, heritage and living culture, and many other concepts that broaden our understanding of tourism and development in mountain areas. Many contributors are from the Himalaya region, or have worked there extensively, lending strength through native and insider perspectives. This work will be useful for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, research and teaching scholars, policy makers, practitioners, and anyone interested in the Himalaya and their distinctive tourism and development-related potential and challenges.

Sport in Museums (Hardcover): Kevin Moore, John Hughson, Christian Wacker Sport in Museums (Hardcover)
Kevin Moore, John Hughson, Christian Wacker
R4,065 Discovery Miles 40 650 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book explores, in breadth and depth, the role of sport in museums. It surveys the history of sport in museums, including the growth in sport museums and halls of fame driven by major sports teams and sport organisations. The book considers the humanistic benefits of the promotion of sporting heritage within museums, and presents cases, museums stories and best practice from around the world. Sport in Museums is essential reading for all students, researchers, curators, and historians with an interest in sport. It is also a useful resource for researchers and advanced students working in museum studies, heritage studies or cultural history.

Chinese Outbound Tourist Behaviour - An International Perspective (Hardcover): Jun Wen, Metin Kozak Chinese Outbound Tourist Behaviour - An International Perspective (Hardcover)
Jun Wen, Metin Kozak
R4,071 Discovery Miles 40 710 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Assuming an international perspective, Chinese Tourist Outbound Behaviour presents an insightful exploration of the evolution of China's tourism market, explores Chinese tourists' behaviour, and considers how the country's tourism landscape will expand in the future. Featuring 16 chapters compiled and written by industry experts representing 11 countries, this collection offers a vivid profile of Chinese tourists and the characteristics distinguishing them from other market segments. This book coincides with the growing interest in Chinese tourism and tourist behaviour as the top market in the world in terms of tourism spending and arrival numbers, presenting an overview of Chinese tourist segments and travel-related concerns to paint a clear picture of the market's status. Chapters address the future of Chinese tourism, providing industry stakeholders an up-to-date view on this valuable market along with suggestions to best harness the market's power. Providing an up-to-date exploration of numerous contemporary issues, this book will be valuable to a wide audience, including advanced students in tourism, hospitality and leisure and recreation studies and stakeholders, authorities, establishments and employees within the tourism industry. This book offers readers greater knowledge about the past, present and future of the Chinese outbound tourism market.

Cultural Heritage and Tourism in Africa (Paperback): Dallen J. Timothy Cultural Heritage and Tourism in Africa (Paperback)
Dallen J. Timothy
R520 R491 Discovery Miles 4 910 Save R29 (6%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Cultural Heritage and Tourism in Africa examines the multiple and diverse manifestations of cultural heritage-based tourism in Africa from a regional, social science, and sustainability perspective. This book delivers a comprehensive treatise on the interdependent concepts of cultural heritage and tourism. Heritage is one of the most pervasive tourism assets worldwide and lies at the foundations of tourism in many localities, including Africa. However, despite its salience, there has not been a systematic examination of Africa's heritage resources, markets, policies, practices, successes, and challenges in a tourism framework, despite the continent's immense heritage value. This book reviews the different types of heritages that pervade the cultural environment of Africa and comprises its vast heritagescapes. It also examines the increasing potential for the growth of heritage tourism throughout the entire continent. The contributions in this volume delve into current thinking about space and place and their effects on heritage, mobilities, globalization, colonialism and indigeneity, conflict, identity and nation-building, connections with other regions through migration and the slave trade, and a greater emphasis on the ordinary heritage of Africa, which has long been ignored by tourism scholars and industry representatives. The chapters herein are authored by Africa specialists, most being from Africa, offering a truly African perspective. The chapters are conceptually rigorous and empirically rich with examples from all regions of the African continent. This unparalleled interdisciplinary glimpse at cultural heritage and tourism in Africa delivers strong value and is a vital resource for all students and researchers of tourism, cultural studies, heritage studies, geography, anthropology, sociology, history, and global studies.

International Case Studies in Tourism Marketing (Hardcover): Gurhan Aktas, Metin Kozak International Case Studies in Tourism Marketing (Hardcover)
Gurhan Aktas, Metin Kozak
R4,059 Discovery Miles 40 590 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

* The first book of case studies dedicated to tourism marketing. * Adopts an analytical approach to each case, following a uniform format to help the reader critically engage with the content. * Will be international in scope and authorship, drawing on the knowledge and experience of a wide range of tourism experts.

Community-Based Tourism in the Developing World - Community Learning, Development and Enterprise (Paperback): Peter Wiltshier,... Community-Based Tourism in the Developing World - Community Learning, Development and Enterprise (Paperback)
Peter Wiltshier, Alan Clarke
R1,260 Discovery Miles 12 600 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book analyses community-based approaches to developing and regenerating tourism destinations in the developing world, addressing this central issue in sustainable tourism practices. It reviews a variety of systems useful for analysing and understanding management issues to offer new insight into the skills and resources that are needed for implementation, ongoing monitoring and review of community-based tourism. Adopting a multidisciplinary approach, this book explores alternatives to the dominant interpretation which argues against tourism as a benefit for community development. International case studies throughout the book illustrate and vouch for tourism as a transformative force while clarifying the need to manage expectations in sustainable tourism for community development, rejuvenation and regeneration. Emphasis is placed on accruing relevant decision-support material, and creating services, products and management approaches that will endure and adapt as change necessitates. This will be of great interest to upper-level students, researchers and academics in the fields of tourism impacts, sustainability, ethics and development as well as the broader field of geography.

Overtourism - Tourism Management and Solutions (Paperback): Harald Pechlaner, Elisa Innerhofer, Greta Erschbamer Overtourism - Tourism Management and Solutions (Paperback)
Harald Pechlaner, Elisa Innerhofer, Greta Erschbamer
R1,272 Discovery Miles 12 720 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Overtourism explores a growing phenomenon in tourism that is currently creating tensions in both urban and rural tourist destinations worldwide. This volume proposes a framework for a series of possible solutions and management strategies for dealing with overtourism and the various negative impacts that large quantities of tourists can impose. Questioning the causes of this phenomenon - such as increased prosperity and mobility, technological development, issues of security and stigma for certain parts of the world, and so on - this book supposes that better visitor management strategies and distribution of tourists can offset the negative impacts of overtourism. Individual chapters focus on a range of destinations including Venice, Barcelona and Dubrovnik, as well as UNESCO cultural and natural heritage sites, where local political actors and public authorities are not always able to deal with the situation effectively. Integrating research and practice, this book will be of great interest to upper-level students, researchers and academics in tourism, development studies, cultural studies and sustainability, as well as professionals in the field of tourism management.

Recentering Tourism Geographies in the 'Asian Century' (Hardcover): Harng Luh Sin, Mary Mostafanezhad, Joseph M Cheer Recentering Tourism Geographies in the 'Asian Century' (Hardcover)
Harng Luh Sin, Mary Mostafanezhad, Joseph M Cheer
R3,930 Discovery Miles 39 300 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book considers what the transition into the Asian Century means for some of the most urgent issues in the world today, such as sustainable development, human rights, gender equality, and environmental change. The book critiques Anglo-Western centrism in tourism theory and calls on tourism scholars to make radical shifts toward more inclusive epistemology and praxis. From the British Century of the 1800s to the American Century of the 1900s to the contemporary Asian Century, tourism geographies are deeply entangled in broader shifts in geopolitical power. In the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic, the significance of shifts in tourism geographies and the themes addressed in this volume are more urgent than ever. That the world faces increasing turmoil is abundantly clear. Yet, amidst the disruption to the everyday, it is hope and compassion, but also political-economic restructuring that is needed to reset the tourism industry in more sustainable, equitable, and ethical directions. In no uncertain terms, the pandemic has forever changed the tourism industry as the world once knew it. This book, therefore, sets out to collectively build on the momentum of the inclusive scholarship that Critical Tourism Studies-Asia Pacific is renowned for, while also asking readers to pause and reflect on the possibilities and challenges of tourism in a post-pandemic Asian Century. The chapters in this book were originally published as a special issue of the journal, Tourism Geographies.

Cultural Tourism and Cantonese Opera (Hardcover): Jian Ming Luo Cultural Tourism and Cantonese Opera (Hardcover)
Jian Ming Luo
R1,525 Discovery Miles 15 250 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Cultural tourism is an experiential tourism based on searching for and participating in new and deep cultural experiences. This book enhances the tourism literature by testing the tourist attitude toward related issues of Cantonese Opera as a cultural product of the Greater Bay Area. This book starts with a general introduction to the background of Cantonese Opera. Chapter 2 is a historical review of Cantonese Opera development in the GBA. Chapter 3 introduces the concept of the Cantonese Opera as a cultural product. Chapter 4 discusses the related Cantonese Opera on tourism development in the GBA. Chapter 5 describes the trends of modernisation and integration of Cantonese Opera in the GBA. Lastly, Chapter 6 is a case study in Macau. This book focuses on Cantonese Opera and cultural tourism. This means tourism practitioners and arts administrators should be the primary source of market and while people in the rest of the world who are interested in Cantonese Opera and cultural tourism should find this book useful. This book is a valuable resource not only for social science researchers, but also for those in related fields, for example, arts administrators and tourism officers, among many others. This book could serve as a text for an advanced level undergraduate course for students in many of the arts administration and tourism fields. Additionally, this book is a valuable resource for teaching graduate students not only in tourism, but also in related fields. Furthermore, government or practitioners can improve the management of city and tourism service using this book.

Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability - From Values to Impact (Hardcover): Katarzyna Bachnik, Magdalena... Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability - From Values to Impact (Hardcover)
Katarzyna Bachnik, Magdalena Kazmierczak, Magdalena Rojek-Nowosielska, Magdalena Stefanska, Justyna Szumniak-Samolej
R4,068 Discovery Miles 40 680 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Present selected theoretical and practical aspects of corporate social responsibility and sustainability, with particular emphasis on the journey (transition) from values to impact. Extends and enriches the existing knowledge in the field of socially responsible management in organizations. Will be of value to academics, researchers and advanced students in the fields of business and management, especially those interest in the intersection of management and CSR and sustainability, and those focusing the impact that business activities have on the environment.

The United Kingdom's Natural Wonders - Scotland and Northern Ireland, Lake District and Yorkshire Dales, Wales and West... The United Kingdom's Natural Wonders - Scotland and Northern Ireland, Lake District and Yorkshire Dales, Wales and West Midlands, England (Hardcover)
Gary Prost
R4,522 Discovery Miles 45 220 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

1. Clearly explains the geology of regions with emphasis on landscape formation. 2. Addresses issues of public interest such as earthquakes, mining, and climate change. 3. Lavishly illustrated with numerous colorful maps and breathtaking geological landscapes and their various features. 4. Describes the major geologic features of the United Kingdom through the device of a geologic tour for professionals as well as individuals without any geology training. 5. Written in easy-to-understand language, the author brings their own experience to the readers who want to explore and understand geologic sites first-hand.

War as Entertainment and Contents Tourism in Japan (Hardcover): Takayoshi Yamamura, Philip Seaton War as Entertainment and Contents Tourism in Japan (Hardcover)
Takayoshi Yamamura, Philip Seaton
R1,535 Discovery Miles 15 350 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book examines the phenomenon of war-related contents tourism throughout Japanese history, from conflicts described in ancient Japanese myth through to contemporary depictions of fantasy and futuristic warfare. It tackles two crucial questions: first, how does war transition from being traumatic to entertaining in the public imagination and works of popular culture; and second, how does visitation to war-related sites transition from being an act of mourning or commemorative pilgrimage into an act of devotion or fan pilgrimage? Representing the collaboration of ten expert researchers of Japanese popular culture and travel, it develops a theoretical framework for understanding war-related contents tourism and demonstrates the framework in practice via numerous short case studies across a millennium of warfare in Japan including: the tales of heroic deities in the Kojiki (Records of Ancient Matters, AD 712), the Edo poetry of Matsuo Basho, and the Pacific war through lens of popular media such as the animated film Grave of the Fireflies. This book will be of interest to researchers and students in tourism studies and cultural studies, as well as more general issues of war and peace in Japan, East Asia and beyond.

Routledge Handbook of Social Psychology of Tourism (Hardcover): Dogan Gursoy, Sedat Celik Routledge Handbook of Social Psychology of Tourism (Hardcover)
Dogan Gursoy, Sedat Celik
R6,428 Discovery Miles 64 280 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

* The only book to examine the social psychological impacts of tourism since the 1980s, through both theoretical and practical lenses. * Written by a highly regarded editor team and contributed to by international experts. * Timely contribution to the growing field of tourism impacts.

Handbook of Human Resource Management in the Tourism and Hospitality Industries (Hardcover): Ronald J. Burke, Julia C. Hughes Handbook of Human Resource Management in the Tourism and Hospitality Industries (Hardcover)
Ronald J. Burke, Julia C. Hughes
R5,301 Discovery Miles 53 010 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The hospitality and tourism sector is an increasingly significant contributor to GDP worldwide, as well as a key source of employment in developing regions. Drawing on contemporary research, this Handbook provides a provocative review of the major human resource challenges facing the hospitality and tourism sector today. Leading international scholars examine how hospitality and tourism businesses succeed through a consistently high level of service, particularly through the attitudes and behaviours of front-line employees to positively impact upon guest satisfaction and improve intention to return. Against this background, chapters analyse the myriad of reasons the industry struggles to attract and retain quality employees, including long and unsocial hours, non-competitive pay and unsophisticated management practices. Offering a thorough review of these human resource challenges through employee focus groups, in-depth interviews and surveys, this Handbook offers evidence-informed recommendations for their resolution. These include; strategies and tactics associated with brand internalisation, talent management, engagement, high-performance practices, learning and leadership development. Practical and engaging, this Handbook will be of interest to students and scholars researching hospitality and tourism from a business management perspective. Senior hospitality leaders will also benefit from the ideas herein, gaining competitive advantage by creating and supporting highly engaged and effective employees. Contriibutors include: T. Baum, M.-H. Budworth, R.J. Burke, C. Cheung, J. Christensen-Hughes, A. Jenkins, C.E. Kapoor, D. Kara, L. Lee, J.M. Madera, S. Mann, S. Mooney, W.C. Murray, A. Ogle, W. Pallett, T.-W. Tang, Y.-Y. Tang, M. Uysal, M.C.-H. Wang, T.C. Wang

The Paradox of Svalbard - Climate Change and Globalisation in the Arctic (Paperback): Zdenka Sokolíčková The Paradox of Svalbard - Climate Change and Globalisation in the Arctic (Paperback)
Zdenka Sokolíčková; Foreword by Thomas Hylland Eriksen
R661 Discovery Miles 6 610 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The town of Longyearbyen in the high Arctic is the world's northernmost settlement. Here, climate change is happening fast. It is clearly seen and sensed by the locals; with higher temperatures, more rain and permafrost thaw. At the same time, the town is shifting from state-controlled coal production to tourism, research and development, rapidly globalising, with numerous languages spoken, cruise ships sounding the horn in the harbour and planes landing and taking off. Zdenka Sokolíčková lived here between 2019 and 2021, and her research in the community uncovered a story about the conflict between sustainability and the driving forces of politics and economy in the rich global North. A small town of 2,400 inhabitants at 78 degrees latitude north on the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard, Longyearbyen provided a unique view into the unmistakable relationship between global capitalism and climate change. The Paradox of Svalbard looks at both local and global trends to access a deep understanding of the effects of tourism, immigration, labour and many other elements on the trajectory of climate crisis, and whether anything can be done to reverse them.

Event Tourism in Asian Countries - Challenges and Prospects (Hardcover): Shruti Arora, Anukrati Sharma Event Tourism in Asian Countries - Challenges and Prospects (Hardcover)
Shruti Arora, Anukrati Sharma
R3,961 Discovery Miles 39 610 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Covers the changing trends in the event tourism industry The influence and role of social media and other technology. The contribution of women in events and festivals. The impact of event tourism in economic development on local communities.

Space, Taste and Affect - Atmospheres That Shape the Way We Eat (Paperback): Emily Falconer Space, Taste and Affect - Atmospheres That Shape the Way We Eat (Paperback)
Emily Falconer
R1,232 Discovery Miles 12 320 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book is an exploration of how time, space and social atmospheres contribute to the experience of taste. It demonstrates complex combinations of material, sensual and symbolic atmospheres and social encounters that shape this experience. Space, Taste and Affect brings together case studies from the fields of sociology, geography, history, psycho-social studies and anthropology to examine debates around how urban designers, architects and market producers manipulate the experience of taste through creating certain atmospheres. The book also explores how the experience of taste varies throughout life, or even during fleeting social encounters, challenging the sense of taste as static. This book moves beyond common narratives that taste is 'acquired' or developed, to emphasize the role of psycho-social histories of nostalgia, memories of childhood, migration, trauma and displacement in the experience of we eat and drink. It focuses on entrenched social dimensions of class, value and distinction instead of psychological and neuroscientific conceptualizations of taste and sensuous practices of consumption to be intrinsically linked to the experience of taste in complex ways. This book will appeal to undergraduate and postgraduate students of sociology, human geography, tourism and leisure studies, anthropology, psychology, arts and literature, architecture and urban design.

Studies on the Social Construction of Identity and Authenticity (Paperback): J. Patrick Williams, Kaylan C. Schwarz Studies on the Social Construction of Identity and Authenticity (Paperback)
J. Patrick Williams, Kaylan C. Schwarz
R1,255 Discovery Miles 12 550 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

As identity and authenticity discourses increasingly saturate everyday life, so too have these concepts spread across the humanities and social sciences literatures. Many scholars may be interested in identity and authenticity but lack knowledge of paradigmatic or disciplinary approaches to these concepts. This volume offers readers insight into social constructionist approaches to identity and authenticity. It focuses on the processes of identification and authentication, rather than on subjective experiences of selfhood. There are no attempts to settle what authentic identities are. On the contrary, contributors demonstrate that neither identities nor their authenticity have a single or fixed meaning. Chapters provide exemplars of contemporary research on identity and authenticity, with significant diversity among them in terms of the identities, cultural milieu, geographic settings, disciplinary traditions, and methodological approaches considered. Contributors introduce readers to a number of established and emerging identity groups from sites around the world, from yogis and punks to fire dancers and social media influencers. Their conceptual work stretches from the micro-analytic to the ethno-national as authors employ a variety of qualitative methods including ethnographic fieldwork, interviewing, and the collection and analysis of naturally-occurring interactions. Several of the chapters look directly at identification and authentication while others focus on the social and cultural backdrops that structure these practices - what unites them is the adoption of social constructionist sensibilities. This book will appeal to anyone interested in understanding identity and authenticity.

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