A Geography of Heritage: Power, Culture and Economy

by Greg Ashworth, John Tunbridge, Brian Graham, et al.

Book Overview

The concept of heritage relates to the ways in which contemporary society uses the past as a social, political or economic resource. However, heritage is open to interpretation and its value may be perceived from differing perspectives - often reflecting divisions in society. Moreover, the schism between the cultural and economic uses of heritage also gives rise to potential conflicts of interest.



Examining these issues in depth, this...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0340677783
• ISBN13: 9780340677780
• Release Date: February 2000
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 294 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.3" x 9.2"