Hospitality and service industries Books
St. Martins Press-3PL Battle of Versailles The The Night American Fashion Stumbled into the Spotlight and Made History
Book SynopsisThe world's social elite gathered at the Palace of Versailles for an international fashion show. By the time the curtain came down , history had been made and the industry had been forever transformed. This is that story.
£14.19
St Martin's Press Grinding it Out
Book SynopsisGrinding It Out: The Making of McDonalds is the personal story behind founder Ray Croc's amazing success. The Founder, is a major motion picture based on Ray Kroc's life, to be released on August 5th, 2016 in wide distribution
£7.99
St Martin's Press Salmon Wars
Book SynopsisA Pulitzer Prize-winning correspondent and a former private investigator dive deep into the murky waters of the international salmon farming industry, exposing the unappetizing truth about a fish that is not as good for you as you have been told.A decade ago, farmed Atlantic salmon replaced tuna as the most popular fish on North America's dinner tables. We are told salmon is healthy and environmentally friendly. The reality is disturbingly different.In Salmon Wars, investigative journalists Douglas Frantz and Catherine Collins bring readers to massive ocean feedlots where millions of salmon are crammed into parasite-plagued cages and fed a chemical-laced diet. The authors reveal the conditions inside hatcheries, where young salmon are treated like garbage, and at the farms that threaten our fragile coasts. They draw colorful portraits of characters, such as the big salmon farmer who poisoned his own backyard, the fly-fishing activist who risked everythi
£15.29
McGraw-Hill Education The Airbnb Way 5 Leadership Lessons for Igniting
Book SynopsisNew from bestselling author Joseph Michelli! How Airbnb has disrupted the hospitality industry for unparalleled successâcritical lessons that apply to any 21st Century business No one understands better than Joseph Michelli how businesses create and leverage world-class customer experiences. Over the past decade, Michelli has guided businesses in human experience transformation and revealed how Starbucks, Zappos, Mercedes, and other top companies design and execute the strategies that made them the undisputed leaders of their industries. Now, Michelli turns his attention to major disrupter, Airbnb. In The Airbnb Way, he shows how innovative leaders have managed to build an unique brand by inspiring and engaging a community of hospitality entrepreneursâa feat unparalleled in the shared economy. Inside, youâll find: â Airbnbâs strategies and practices that drive customer engagement and loyaltyâ&nbsTable of ContentsForeword by Greg Greeley Acknowledgments 1 Airbnb’s Magical End-to-End Journey PART Ibelonging2 Make It a People Business 3 Create Belonging PART IItrust4 Design for Trust and Safety 5 Practice Helpful Disclosure PART IIIhospitality6 Be a Host 7 Think Magical and Memorable PART IVempowerment8 Maximize Impact 9 Claim and Share Your Value PART Vcommunity10 Serve Your Neighbor 11 Own Goodness 12 To Danville and Beyond Notes Index
£18.69
McGraw-Hill Companies LOOSELEAF FOR FINANCIAL MARKETS AND INSTITUTIONS
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£174.60
McGraw-Hill Education Service Management Operations Strategy
Book SynopsisBordoloi''s Service Management 10e contains extensive coverage of the impacts of COVID-19 including the service innovation and progress experienced by a global pandemic. Written in an engaging literary style, based on research and consulting experience of authors, it focuses on service for competitive advantage and integrates technology, operations, and human behavior and the need for continuous quality improvement to be effective in a global environment. This edition continues to acknowledge and emphasize the essential uniqueness of service management.The book is written in an engaging literary style, makes extensive use of examples, and is based on the research and consulting experience of the authors. The theme of managing services for competitive advantage is emphasized in each chapter and provides a focus for each management topic. The integration of technology, operations, and human behavior is recognized as central to effective serv
£47.69
McGraw-Hill Education The Toyota Way to Service Excellence Pb
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£35.14
Pearson Education Checkin CheckOut Managing Hotel Operations
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsGLOSSARY PART I: THE HOTEL INDUSTRY 1. The Traditional Hotel Industry 2. The Modern Hotel Industry 3. The Structures of the Hotel Industry PART II: THE RESERVATIONS PROCESS 4. Forecasting Availability and Overbooking 5. Global Reservations Technologies 6. Individual Reservations and Group Reservations PART III: GUEST SERVICE AND RATE STRUCTURES 7. Managing Guest Services 8. Arrival, Registration, Assignment and Rooming 9. The Role of the Room Rate PART IV: THE HOTEL REVENUE CYCLE 10. Billing the Guest Folio 11. Cash or Credit: The City Ledger PART V: TECHNOLOGY 12. The Night Audit 13. Hotel Technology BIBLIOGRAPHY INDEX
£84.14
Pearson Education Introduction to Revenue Management for the
Book SynopsisTable of Contents1. An Introduction 2. A History 3. Customers’ Knowledge and Consumer Behavior 4. Market Segmentation and Selection 5. Internal Assessment and Competitive Analysis 6. Economic Principles and Demand Forecasting 7. Reservations and Channels of Distribution 8. Dynamic Value-Based Pricing 9. Channel and Inventory Management 10. The Revenue Management Team 11. Strategic Management and Following the RevMAP 12. Tools, Tactics, and Resources 13. Legal and Ethical Issues and Potential Bumps in the Road GLOSSARY
£62.69
Pearson Education Organizational Behaviour for the Hospitality
Book SynopsisTable of Contents 1. Customer Care 2. Communicating in Organizations 3. Understanding the Diverse Workforce 4. The Power of Teams in Hospitality 5. Group Problem-Solving and Decision-Making 6. Managing Time 7. Managing Stress 8. Promoting Creativity 9. Setting Personal and Professional Goals 10. Managing Conflict 11. Motivating Employees 12. Counseling Employees 13. Understanding Power and Politics in Organizations 14. Leading Hospitality Organizations
£62.99
Pearson Education Limited Research Methods for Leisure and Tourism
Book SynopsisTable of Contents I Preparation 1 Introduction to research: what, why and who? 2 Approaches to leisure and tourism research 3 Starting out – research plans and proposals 4 Research ethics 5 The range of research methods 6 Reviewing the literature II Data collection 7 Secondary data sources 8 Observation 9 Qualitative methods: introduction and data collection 10 Questionnaire surveys: typology, design and coding 11 Experimental research 12 Case study method 13 Sampling: quantitative and qualitative III Data analysis 14 Analysing secondary data 15 Analysing qualitative data 16 Analysing quantitative data 17 Statistical analysis IV Communicating results 18 Preparing a research report
£50.24
Pearson Education Limited Marketing for Hospitality and Tourism Global
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPART I: UNDERSTANDING THE HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM MARKETING PROCESS Introduction: Marketing for Hospitality and Tourism Service Characteristics of Hospitality and Tourism Marketing The Role of Marketing in Strategic Planning PART II: DEVELOPING HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES AND STRATEGIES The Marketing Environment Marketing Information Systems and Marketing Research Consumer markets and Consumer Buying Behavior Organizational Buyer Behavior of Group Market Market Segmentation, Targeting, and Positioning PART III: DEVELOPING THE HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM MAKRETING MIX Designing and Managing Products Internal marketing Pricing Products: Pricing Considerations, Approaches, and Strategy Distribution Channels Promoting Products: Communication and Promotion Policy and Advertising Promoting Products: Public Relations and Sales Promotion Professional Sales Direct and Online Marketing: Building Customer Relationships PART IV: MANAGING HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM MARKETING Destination Marketing Next Year's Marketing Plan
£61.74
WW Norton & Co Seed Money
Book SynopsisA deeply researched and eye-opening history that shows how Monsanto came to have outsized influence over our food system.
£22.79
Harper Business The Airbnb Story How Three Ordinary Guys
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£15.29
Palgrave Macmillan Private Equity in Poland
Book SynopsisPrivate Equity in Poland focuses on the private equity industry and emerging markets in Poland. Poland represents the most developed private equity industry in Central and Eastern Europe and is one of the most developed emerging markets worldwideTrade Review"This book provides an authoritative and comprehensive account of private equity activity in Poland. It should be essential reading for anyone interested in emerging economies and economic transition in Central and Eastern Europe." - COLIN MASON, Professor and Director of Research, Hunter Centre for Entrepreneurship, Strathclyde Business School, Glasgow, Scotland; Founding Editor: Venture Capital: An International Journal of Entrepreneurial Finance "Private equity financing has been one of the key building blocks of economic growth in emerging markets. Professor Klonowski s comprehensive analysis of private equity in Poland is a case in point." - ULI W. FRICKE, Chairwoman, European Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (EVCA), Belgium; Founding Managing General Partner, Triangle Venture Capital Group Management GmbH, Germany "Academic rigor and practical experience make this book an invaluable reading for anyone interested in private equity in Central and Eastern Europe." - ELI TALMOR, Founding Chairman, Coller Institute of Private Equity; Professor, London Business School, London, UKTable of ContentsPreface Foreword An Overview of Private Equity Economic Development in Poland Systemic Competitiveness in Poland Nurturing Entrepreneurship in Poland The Exit Environment for Private Equity Firms in Poland The Evolution of Private Equity in Poland Fundraising in Poland and the CEE region Fund Operations in Poland Comparative Perspectives on Private Equity in Emerging Markets The Future Development of Private Equity in Poland
£40.49
Palgrave Macmillan Cybercash
Book SynopsisCybercash refers to the creation and circulation of online money. The author applies economic analysis to this new form of electronic money to understand how it will enable the internet to re-establish itself as the dynamic centre of the new economy and how this new money form will become the dominant payment mechanism rivalling cash, paper cheques or credit cards. This will be the first book to look at the coming era of electronic money within the broader context of the economy.Trade Review'Professor Guttmann's book on Cybercash provides a brilliant, clear and complete presentation of the Internet revolution in the fields of money and finance. This original and highly readable book takes us into the heart of virtual capitalism. The author makes a convincing case that Cybercash will have profound effects on our daily operations while presenting a challenge for banks and public policy makers alike.' - Professor Dominique Plihon, Paris Nord University, France, and Member of the Council of Economic Analysis attached to the Prime Minister 'Robert Guttmann's Cybercash is a highly original account of online money and what it will mean to our economy and culture. It is accessible, 'savant', and well written. This book will fascinate all social scientists interested in money and all those who want to know about the internet's dramatic impact during this century.' - Serge Moscovici, Directeur d'Etudes, Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales, Paris, France, and former Professor of Social Psychology, Graduate Faculty, New School for Social Research, New York, USA 'Guttmann predicts that within a decade varying forms of electonic money will largely replace paper money...' - Lawrence R. Maxted, Library JournalTable of ContentsPART 1: MONEY AND THE INTERNET Electronic Money The Monetary Regime in Transition The Internet Revolution PART 2: THE COMPLEXITIES OF CYBERCASH Money as Software Three Generations of Cybercash Managing Online Money PART 3: THE INTERNET-BASED ECONOMY Virtual Capitalism Cyberspace and Public Policy
£40.49
Palgrave MacMillan UK The European Central Bank
Book SynopsisIssues explored include the theoretical approaches to the ECB, the antecedents of European monetary authority, the different national perspectives on central bank independence, the complex organization of the bank, the issues of accountability and the difficult first years of the ECB in operation.Trade Review'...probably the best theoretical and historical introduction to the ECB yet published.' - Mark Joyce, EurobusinessTable of ContentsPreface: The European Central Bank; The New European Leviathan? Analytical and Theoretical Approaches to the Study of the European Central Bank The Long and Winding Road to the ECB: European Monetary Authority in the Prehistory of EMU National Attitudes on the ECB and Central Bank Independence Managing Europe's Money: The Organization, Powers and Functions of the ECB The Independence of the ECB A Question of Credibility: A Short History of ECB Monetary Policy Conclusion: The ECB and the Future of Europe
£27.89
John Wiley & Sons Inc Attention Hacking
Book SynopsisA guide for insurance and other industries to staying on customers'' radars Attention Hacking: The Power of Social Media Selling in Insurance and Finance shows how you can make insurance go viral on social media. It might sound too good to be true, but think about itproducts that enhance wealth accumulation, health, and family protection should be as in-demand as the latest iPhone. People may never stand in line overnight to purchase the latest insurance products, but the tools and strategies in this book will help you get significantly closerwithout pouring millions into marketing. In this book, Dr. Robin Kiera teaches tactics that global insurers and intermediaries have already used to position themselves successfully on social media. He explains, step by step, how you too can reach millions of people through the relevant channels. Before you can make a sale, you need to get the customer's attention. Attention Hacking leads you straight to that gTable of ContentsForeword by Julian Teicke xiii Foreword by Dr Stefan Knoll xvii Introduction xix Part I: Introducing Attention Hacking 1 Chapter 1: Leading You Through the Digital Jungle Like Crocodile Dundee 3 Chapter 2: ‘It’s the Mindset, Stupid.’ 17 Chapter 3: Sales Is Broken, and Operations Has Seen Better Times 29 Chapter 4: Imagine It’s the End-of-the-Year Selling Season and No One Is Listening 39 Chapter 5: How Attention Hacking Works 49 Chapter 6: Knowledge Is Not in Short Supply 57 Part II: Implementing Attention Hacking 63 Chapter 7: Set (Unrealistic) Goals 65 Chapter 8: Get Started on the Right Foot 69 Chapter 9: Engage Your Community 75 Chapter 10: Use Suitable Formats 85 Chapter 11: Digitally Scale Offline Events 101 Chapter 12: Be Where the Customer Is 111 Chapter 13: Become a Content Machine 167 Chapter 14: Identify Your Relevant Influencers 173 Chapter 15: Build Social Media into Your Daily Routine 175 Chapter 16: Build an Effective Sales Funnel 177 Chapter 17: Summing Up Attention Hacking 183 Chapter 18: Digitalscouting: We Make Your Customer Come to You 187 Index 191
£23.99
Kogan Page Ltd Event Planning and Management
Book SynopsisRuth Dowson was Senior Lecturer in events management at the UK Centre for Events Management at Leeds Beckett University, UK for over 14 years. She has more than 30 years of experience in strategic development, management and delivery of events, conferences, seminars and exhibitions, in both the public and private sectors.Bernadette Albert is Senior Lecturer at Leeds Beckett University, UK, where she leads the undergraduate programme in Event Management. She draws on extensive experience in managing and advising on international, state, civic and private events.Dan Lomax is Senior Lecturer at Leeds Beckett University, UK. He has 25 years' experience in the live music and cultural events sector specializing in content creation, event planning and operational delivery.Trade Review"Compelling, comprehensive, compulsory. My favourite 'go to' textbook." * Dr Richard Keith Wright, Senior Lecturer in Sport Events and Entrepreneurship, Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand *"Provides an excellent insight into the complex and dynamic event planning process which is so crucial for successful event managers." * Dr Lucy Laville, Course Director, UK Centre for Events Management *"Essential reading for anyone wanting to build a career in our amazing events industry. The balance of real-world, contemporary case studies and insight with educational models truly represent the diverse, complex and thrilling world that is event management." * Tim Collett, Managing Director, WRG, a division of the Creative Engagement Group, UK *"This incredibly detailed book is a conduit to success for future event managers." * Amanda Edgcumbe, Founder and Director, Powwow Events *"This book is truer to the real world of event planning and management than any I used while studying or that I've come across in over 20 years of running events." * Mark Breen, Director, Cuckoo Events and Safe Events (about a previous edition) *"This book is easy to follow for both event professionals and event management students alike. The authors have broken down the planning process into bite-size chunks that are easy to digest, and they offer great tips and reminders for anyone responsible for organizing an event." * Emma Cartmell, CEO, CHS Group (about a previous edition) *"The great benefit of this book is that it works for students coming into the event management world; but also speaking as an industry professional, it is extremely useful when planning and managing an event, as it gives a step-by-step guide for every stage in the process." * Rob Minto – Managing Director The Onlii *Table of Contents Section - 01: Events – the changing environment 1; Section - 02: The event planning model; Section - 03: Research, concept development and feasibility screening; Section - 04: Developing your events programme and content; Section - 05: Venue selection and site planning essentials; Section - 06: Production and operational logistics; Section - 07: Staffing and human resources in events; Section - 08: Drawing in the crowds – marketing events; Section - 09: Finance, budgeting and procurement in events; Section - 10: A practical guide to managing an event on the day; Section - 11: Measuring event success – evaluation insights; Section - 12: Events – the future
£109.25
Kogan Page Ltd Fashion Brand Management
Book SynopsisAlison Lowe is a leading expert on fashion brand development and growth. Based in London, UK, she founded and leads a fashion incubator agency and an online support platform, Start Your Own Fashion Label. She develops and teaches courses at the London College of Fashion, University of East London, University of the Arts London and Emlyon Business School. A regular international conference speaker, she also consults for brands across the globe, is a judge for the Great British Entrepreneur Awards and has been awarded an MBE for Services to the Fashion Industry.Trade Review"Addresses the changes of sustainability and digitalization brilliantly, highlighting some amazing examples. A wonderful guide for students with entrepreneurial ambitions." * Professor José Teunissen, Dean at London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London *"Alison brings to the table an unbeatable combination of years of experience and an accessible writing style which addresses fashion's issues with admirable directness." * Maurice Mullen, Head of Fashion & Luxury Goods, Evening Standard *"Provides a fresh contemporary approach to the subject of fashion business, fusing both core academic theory and practical tips." * Alexandra Hill, Course Leader, Norwich University of the Arts *"Provides a thorough introduction to all aspects of fashion management while maintaining a clear strategic focus" * Sennait Ghebreab, Programme Leader Business BA Courses at Istituto Marangoni London *"A must-read primer for anyone considering fashion business and management. Read this book and learn from one of the best." * Kent Le, Programme Leader MA International Fashion Business, University of East London and Adjunct Professor for Business of Fashion, Fordham University *"A crucial textbook for fashion studies and an important reference point for those working in fashion branding, fashion businesses and their related industries." * Ram Shergill, Editor in Chief, The Protagonist Magazine *Table of Contents Chapter - 01: Putting the customer first; Chapter - 02: Competitive advantage; Chapter - 03: Purpose, planet, people; Chapter - 04: Business foundations for fashion brands; Chapter - 05: Product design and development; Chapter - 06: Supply chain management; Chapter - 07: Brand storytelling and management; Chapter - 08: Innovation and technology; Chapter - 09: Driving sales; Chapter - 10: Marketing and promotion; Chapter - 11: Finance; Chapter - 12: Future entrepreneurial advantage for fashion brands; Chapter - 13: Glossary;
£29.99
Kogan Page Ltd Fashion Brand Management
Book SynopsisAlison Lowe is a leading expert on fashion brand development and growth. Based in London, UK, she founded and leads a fashion incubator agency and an online support platform, Start Your Own Fashion Label. She develops and teaches courses at the London College of Fashion, University of East London, University of the Arts London and Emlyon Business School. A regular international conference speaker, she also consults for brands across the globe, is a judge for the Great British Entrepreneur Awards and has been awarded an MBE for Services to the Fashion Industry.Trade Review"Addresses the changes of sustainability and digitalization brilliantly, highlighting some amazing examples. A wonderful guide for students with entrepreneurial ambitions." * Professor José Teunissen, Dean at London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London *"Alison brings to the table an unbeatable combination of years of experience and an accessible writing style which addresses fashion's issues with admirable directness." * Maurice Mullen, Head of Fashion & Luxury Goods, Evening Standard *"Provides a fresh contemporary approach to the subject of fashion business, fusing both core academic theory and practical tips." * Alexandra Hill, Course Leader, Norwich University of the Arts *"Provides a thorough introduction to all aspects of fashion management while maintaining a clear strategic focus" * Sennait Ghebreab, Programme Leader Business BA Courses at Istituto Marangoni London *"A must-read primer for anyone considering fashion business and management. Read this book and learn from one of the best." * Kent Le, Programme Leader MA International Fashion Business, University of East London and Adjunct Professor for Business of Fashion, Fordham University *"A crucial textbook for fashion studies and an important reference point for those working in fashion branding, fashion businesses and their related industries." * Ram Shergill, Editor in Chief, The Protagonist Magazine *Table of Contents Chapter - 01: Putting the customer first; Chapter - 02: Competitive advantage; Chapter - 03: Purpose, planet, people; Chapter - 04: Business foundations for fashion brands; Chapter - 05: Product design and development; Chapter - 06: Supply chain management; Chapter - 07: Brand storytelling and management; Chapter - 08: Innovation and technology; Chapter - 09: Driving sales; Chapter - 10: Marketing and promotion; Chapter - 11: Finance; Chapter - 12: Future entrepreneurial advantage for fashion brands; Chapter - 13: Glossary;
£85.50
Kogan Page Ltd The Metaverse Economy
Book SynopsisArunkumar Krishnakumar, based in London, UK, is Chief Strategy Officer at Bullieverse. Technologist, investor, engineer and advisor, he is a web3 expert and co-host of the One Vision podcast. Krishnakumar is an Onalytica fintech influencer, Refinitiv Top 100 Social Leader and a Top 100 Asian in UK Tech. Theodora Lau, founder of Unconventional Ventures and start-up advisor, is based in Washington, D.C. She co-hosts One Vision, is named one of the Most Influential Women in Fintech by American Banker and is co-author of Beyond Good, also published by Kogan Page.Trade Review"It is clear that the metaverse is going to be a BIG thing and, for many in finance, it is a development that clearly needs financial services. Arun and Theo have pre-empted this development with an essential guide to how to navigate this thing. I thoroughly recommend it." * Chris Skinner, CEO, The Finanser Ltd *"No one knows what the future will hold. Kudos to Theo and Arun for their bold attempt to lay out a vision of the future in The Metaverse Economy, with innovation and community in mind. I highly recommend this book to gain valuable insights from the renowned authors." * Spiros Margaris, Global fintech, finance and AI influencer *"The Metaverse Economy emerges just as AI bursts into public awareness. Is the metaverse and web3 heading in the same direction? Exploring this question from multiple angles, this book provides a balanced perspective on the possibilities, the headwinds and the potential for advancing our human development. This is essential reading for those who wish to understand this possible future." * Frank Diana, Managing Partner and Futurist, TCS *"Web2, web3, DeFi, metaverse, hype cycles? If you are in finance and trying to look to the future, you need to read this book. Yes, you will get the technical details, but you also get a rational view of how this is really just history repeating itself. Just as social media has become a critical part of our daily lives, the metaverse is coming. Will you be ready, or will you be a bystander?" * Curt Queyrouze, President, Coastal Community Bank *"As I read The Metaverse Economy, I couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement and inspiration. The possibilities that lie before us are boundless, and our journey into this digital frontier is one that holds transformative potential in every aspect of our lives. In this digital realm, diverse minds converge, ideas collide and creativity thrives. Thanks to Theodora Lau and Arun Krishnakumar, people will be motivated to embark on this transformative journey with open hearts and open minds." * Dr Martha Boeckenfeld, Meta-Host, Choice LGBTQIA+ *"Whether you're new or 'early' to web3, you need to read this book. Theo and Arun provide a solid foundation to understand and make sense of this fast-evolving digital world. The book's thoughtful construction makes it easy to follow with relevant context and expert insight without overwhelming you with jargon. When you've finished The Metaverse Economy, you'll be ready to explore for yourself how this technology can change how we connect, collaborate and create together." * Patrick Rivenbark, Principal, The Rivenbark Group *"As we move towards web3, it is imperative that we all participate. Consider this book as a captivating invitation to explore the present iteration of the metaverse, allowing you to form your own perspectives of the future with the guidance of the authors who share their thoughts on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead." * Dr. Efi Pylarinou, Global fintech & tech influencer *"What a wonderful read and herculean effort! The Metaverse Economy provides the reader with accessible, tangible points and connections to real-world brands and experiences, making the content digestible and accessible." * Liat Shetret, Director of Global Policy & Regulation, Elliptic *"The metaverse must be one of the most difficult concepts to describe, dissect, analyze and philosophize. Theodora Lau and Arun Krishnakumar have done it masterfully. This is a very helpful book for those that are new to the industry." * Jenn Tesch, Sr Director, Enterprise Business Development *"The Metaverse Economy is a must-read for finance professionals seeking to stay ahead of the curve and harness the opportunities presented by web3. Arun and Theodora's expertise and forward-thinking approach shine through as they explore the potential impact of blockchain, decentralized finance and virtual worlds on the financial industry." * Medhy Souidi, Head of Transformation & Ecosystems, DBS HK *"On the cusp of a revolution in AR, VR, digital assets and the metaverse in general, Theo and Arun step into the fray with The Metaverse Economy. If you are in financial services, you need a plan. This book will get you on the road to success." * Brett King, bestselling author of 'The Rise of Technosocialism' *"If you have been sitting on the sidelines wondering what all the hype is around web3, then this book is your fast-track MBA. This is the best book you will find on the new metaverse economies. I have been waiting for someone to cut through the noise and clearly articulate the web3 use cases and their economic models. This book should be required reading for every C-suite exec grappling with their metaverse strategy. You'll find all your answers here." * Caroline Hughes, CEO, Lifetise *Table of Contents Section - 01: The fundamentals; Chapter - 01: The current landscape; Chapter - 02: The future is Web3; Chapter - 03: Understanding non-fungible tokens (NFTs); Chapter - 04: The ownership economy; Chapter - 05: What is GameFi?; Chapter - 06: The metaverse; Section - 02: The evolution and where we can be; Chapter - 07: Riding the wave of the economic models; Chapter - 08: The convergence; Chapter - 09: Community; Chapter - 10: Capital ecosystem; Chapter - 11: Looking beyond the hype;
£28.49
Kogan Page Futureproofing Travel
Book SynopsisCaroline Bremner is a global travel thought leader with 28 years worth of experience in market research. She advises global travel brands, destinations and consumer goods players on how to navigate the new travel normal, embrace consumer trends, digitalization and sustainable innovation to meet climate targets and unlock long term value. She has written and spoken extensively about the future of travel. Caroline Bremner is based in Edinburgh, UK.
£31.49
Kogan Page Creating Loyalty in Youth Travel
Book SynopsisStephen Lowy is Chairman of the British Educational Travel Association (BETA) and CEO of Anglo Educational Services (AES), which manages foreign student apartments in Central London. He is serving as Interim CEO of the Mountbatten Program, and is a board member of the Tourism Alliance, Trustee of the Savoy Educational Trust and Chairman of Association of Serviced Apartment Providers (ASAP). In 2023, he was named by the International Hospitality Institute as one of the '100 Most Inspirational People in Global Hospitality and Travel'. Stephen Lowy is based in London, UK.
£31.34
Kogan Page Creating Loyalty in Youth Travel
Book SynopsisStephen Lowy is Chairman of the British Educational Travel Association (BETA) and CEO of Anglo Educational Services (AES), which manages foreign student apartments in Central London. He is serving as Interim CEO of the Mountbatten Program, and is a board member of the Tourism Alliance, Trustee of the Savoy Educational Trust and Chairman of Association of Serviced Apartment Providers (ASAP). In 2023, he was named by the International Hospitality Institute as one of the '100 Most Inspirational People in Global Hospitality and Travel'. Stephen Lowy is based in London, UK.
£72.75
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Complete Guide to Personal Training
Book SynopsisA revised and updated third edition of the popular Complete Guide to Personal Training with up-to-date content and new exercises.This is the complete reference guide for anyone working as a personal trainer, or studying to become one, with an in-depth look into the role of the trainer in relation to codes of conduct and client care. This comprehensive book contains practical tips and advice for designing a range of exercise programmes for clients. It also focuses on the best ways to sustain a financially successful personal training business and stand out from the crowd.This new third edition includes:- Brand-new illustrated stretches and exercises- Advice on training at home or outdoors- A spotlight on client well-being- Updated government guidelines, statistics and scientific findings- Guidance on adapting exercises for disabled or vulnerable clients- National guidelines for nutrition and
£25.50
Thomas Nelson Publishers Covert Cows and ChickFilA
Book SynopsisThe longtime chief marketing officer for Chick-fil-A tells the inside story of how the company turned prevailing theories of fast-food marketing upside down and built one of the most successful and beloved brands in America.
£19.00
HarperCollins Focus Competir contra la suerte
Book Synopsis¿Las empresas saben cómo crecer? ¿Cómo pueden crear productos que están seguros de que los clientes quieren comprar? ¿Puede la innovación ser más que un juego de éxito? El profesor Clayton Christensen de la Escuela de Negocios de Harvard tiene la respuesta.
£16.28
Hay House Inc The Wildfit Way
£17.45
John Wiley and Sons Ltd ComputerAided Pattern Design and Product
Book SynopsisThe use of computers has opened up remarkable opportunities for innovative design, improved productivity, and greater efficiency in the use of materials. Uniquely, this book focuses on the practical use of computers for clothing pattern design and product development. Readers are introduced to the various computer systems which are suitable for the industry, the principles and techniques of pattern design applied to computer systems are explained, and readers are shown how product data management can be used in clothing product development.Trade Review"The aim of this book is to provide the principles of garment product development to computer operators or students in clothing technology and to aid the transition to computer-aided design (CAD) systems for those conversant with manual pattern construction. Computer-aided Pattern Design and Product Development is clearly written and simple to understand. It is an excellent source of information for those interested in both manual and computerised pattern design."—Journal of Fashion Marketing and Management, Vol. 10, 2006Table of ContentsComputer CAD systems; Pattern construction; Computer pattern grading methods; Pattern designing and grading; Pattern modification for size, fit and style; Marker making and lay planning; Production data management systems
£27.74
John Wiley & Sons Inc Fashion Marketing
Book SynopsisClothing that is not purchased or worn is not fashion' (to paraphrase Armani) Knowledge of marketing is essential to help ensure success and reduce the risk of failure in fashion. For the designer starting up in business, this book offers a guide to the major decisions that will enable you to fulfil your creative potential and be a financial success: What are the major trends we should be monitoring?; How should we set our prices?; What is the most effective way to get our message across about the new product range?; Which colour-wash will be the most popular with buyers? Marketing is now a firmly established element of most fashion and clothing courses. Fashion Marketing is written to meet students' requirements and has many features making it essential reading for anyone involved in the fashion and clothing business: deals with contemporary issues in fashion marketing up-to-date examples of global good practiceTrade Review?Fashion Marketing provides a good introductory level text, most appropriate for first year undergraduate students.? (Journal of Fashion Marketing and Management, January 2009)Table of ContentsList of Contributors ix Preface xi Acknowledgements xv Part A: Understanding Fashion Marketing 1 1 An Introduction to Fashion Marketing 3 Mike Easey 1.1 What is fashion? 3 1.2 What is marketing? 5 1.3 What is fashion marketing? 7 1.4 Fashion marketing in practice 7 1.5 How fashion marketing can help the fashion industry 11 1.6 What fashion marketers do: five examples 12 1.7 Ethical issues in fashion marketing 13 1.8 An overview of the fashion marketing process 15 1.9 Summary 16 Further reading 17 2 The Fashion Market and the Marketing Environment 18 Christine Sorensen 2.1 Introduction 18 2.2 The development of the fashion market 18 2.3 The fashion market: size and structure 21 2.4 Marketing environment 26 2.5 Micro-marketing environment 26 2.6 Macro-marketing environment 34 2.7 Trends in the marketing environment 56 2.8 Summary 58 Further reading 59 Part B: Understanding and Researching the Fashion Purchaser 61 3 The Fashion Consumer and Organizational Buyer 63 Mike Easey 3.1 Introduction 63 3.2 Why study the fashion buyer? 64 3.3 Fashion consumer decision-making 68 3.4 Psychological processes 73 3.5 Sociological aspects of consumer behaviour 83 3.6 The organizational buyer 94 3.7 Summary 95 Further reading 96 4 Fashion Marketing Research 97 Patricia Gray 4.1 Introduction 97 4.2 The purpose of marketing research 97 4.3 An overview of the marketing research process 100 4.4 Problem definition and setting research objectives 100 4.5 Research design 100 4.6 Data sources 101 4.7 Practical sampling methods 103 4.8 Primary data collection methods 108 4.9 Data collection methods 111 4.10 Questionnaire design 113 4.11 Attitude measurement and rating scales 117 4.12 The role of marketing research in new product development 119 4.13 Forecasting fashion 121 4.14 The Internet as a research tool 123 4.15 International marketing research 126 4.16 Summary 127 Further reading 128 Part C: Target Marketing and Managing the Fashion Marketing mix 129 5 Segmentation and the Marketing mix 131 Mike Easey and Christine Sorensen 5.1 Introduction and overview 131 5.2 Mass marketing and market segmentation 131 5.3 Segmentation: rationale, bases and strategy 134 5.4 Positioning and perceptual mapping 140 5.5 The fashion marketing mix 141 5.6 Summary 143 Further reading 144 6 Designing and Marketing Fashion Products 145 Sheila Atkinson and Mike Easey 6.1 Introduction 145 6.2 The importance of fashion products 145 6.3 The nature of fashion products 147 6.4 The fashion industry and new product development 157 6.5 Retail buying sequence: autumn and winter season 161 6.6 The product mix and range planning 163 6.7 Fashion and related life cycles 169 6.8 Summary 176 Further reading 176 7 Pricing Garments and Fashion Services 177 Mike Easey 7.1 Introduction 177 7.2 Different views of price 177 7.3 The role of price decisions within marketing strategy 178 7.4 External factors influencing price decisions 180 7.5 Internal factors influencing price decisions 183 7.6 Main methods of setting prices 184 7.7 Pricing strategies in relation to new products 190 7.8 Pricing strategies to match the competition 191 7.9 Price changes 193 7.10 Summary 195 Further reading 195 8 Fashion Distribution 196 John Willans 8.1 Introduction 196 8.2 The importance of fashion retailing 196 8.3 Structural issues 198 8.4 The industry’s components 202 8.5 Trends in retailing 208 8.6 The Internet 213 8.7 The ‘grey market’ 215 8.8 Retail marketing effectiveness 215 8.9 Summary 216 Further reading 216 9 Fashion Marketing Communications 218 Gaynor Lea-Greenwood 9.1 Introduction 218 9.2 The marketing communications environment 219 9.3 The traditional approach to promotion 220 9.4 Fashion advertising 223 9.5 Sales promotion 225 9.6 Public relations 226 9.7 Celebrity endorsement and sponsorship 227 9.8 Personal selling 229 9.9 Visual merchandising to visual marketing 230 9.10 International marketing communications 232 9.11 Ethics in marketing communications 233 9.12 Evaluating the effectiveness of marketing communications 234 9.13 New directions in fashion marketing communications 235 9.14 Summary 236 Useful websites 236 Further reading 237 10 Fashion Marketing Planning 238 Mike Easey 10.1 Introduction 238 10.2 The planning process and objectives 238 10.3 Marketing audits and SWOT analysis 240 10.4 Marketing strategy 243 10.5 The fashion marketing plan 246 10.6 Implementation and organizational issues 247 10.7 Summary 250 Further reading 250 Glossary of Fashion Marketing Terms 251 Index 257
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd The Dirty Work of Neoliberalism
Book SynopsisIn this collection of essays, an international group of scholars investigate the global building cleaning industry to reveal the extent of neoliberalism''s impact on cleaners. This book provides the first intensive study focusing on building cleaners and their global experiences Brings together an international group of scholars and experts to investigate different national contexts and examples Draws out important commonalities and highlights significant differences in these experiences Examines topics including erosion of cleaners'' industrial citizenship rights, the impact of outsourcing upon their working conditions, economic security, and the intensification of their work and its negative effects on physical health Considers how cleaners are mobilizing to resist and respond to the restructuring of their work. Trade Review"An important collection drawing attention to the invisible workers whose work it is to fashion the visible.... The debates raised in this volume could be developed in many directions and it is no bad thing that we are left wanting more." (Geographical Journal, September 2008) “Outhwaite’s familiarity with his subject matter is unquestionable, as is his desire to cover it thoroughly, and the book will serve well as a guide for philosophers to the most important work done by theoretical sociologists on the nature of society.” (Philosophy In Review) “The Dirty Work of Neoliberalism offers a varied and insightful examination of the global restructuring of the cleaning industry and its implications for workers and their struggles. It offers a good mix of more structural and poststructural perspectives on these processes and their inherently scalar nature. Moreover, many of its most effective chapters, such as those by Bezuidenhuit and Fakier, show how work and social reproduction are strongly interrelated.” (Annals of the Association of American Geographers)Table of ContentsIntroduction: Cleaners and the Dirty Work of Neoliberalism (Andrew Herod and Luis L M Aguiar). SECTION 1. 1. Introduction: Geographies of Neoliberalism (Andrew Herod and Luis L M Aguiar). 2. Janitors and Sweatshop Citizenship in Canada (Luis L M Aguiar). 3. Maria’s Burden: Contract Cleaning and the Crisis of Social Reproduction in Post-Apartheid South Africa (Andries Bezuidenhout and Khayaat Fakier). 4. Restructuring the Architecture of State Regulation in the Australian and Aotearoa/New Zealand Cleaning Industries and the Growth of Precarious Employment (Shaun Ryan and Andrew Herod). 5. Manufacturing Modernity: Cleaning, Dirt, and Neoliberalism in Chile (Patricia Tomic, Ricardo Trumper and Rodrigo Hidalgo Dattwyler). SECTION 2. 6. Introduction: Ethnographies of the Cleaning Body (Andrew Herod and Luis L M Aguiar). 7. The Cleaners You Aren’t Meant to See: Order, Hygiene and Everyday Politics in a Bangkok Shopping Mall (Alyson Brody). 8. Cleaning Up After Globalization: An Ergonomic Analysis of Work Activity of Hotel Cleaners (Ana María Seifert and Karen Messing). 9. Work Design and the Labouring Body: Examining the Impacts of Work Organization on Danish Cleaners’ Health (Karen Sögaard, Anne Katrine Blangsted, Andrew Herod and Lotte Finsen). 10. Introduction: Cleaners’ Agency (Andrew Herod and Luis L M Aguiar). 11. Cleaners’ Organizing in Britain from the 1970s: A Personal Account (Sheila Rowbotham). 12. The Privatization of Health Care Cleaning Services in Southwestern British Columbia, Canada: Union Responses to Unprecedented Government Actions (Marcy Cohen). 13. Justice for Janitors: Scales of Organizing and Representing Workers (Lydia Savage). Notes on Contributors. Index.
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Johns Hopkins University Press Selling the Amish
Book SynopsisTourists may want a life uncomplicated by technology, but would they be willing to drive around in horse-drawn buggies in order to achieve it?Trollinger's answers to important questions in her fascinating study of Amish Country tourism are sure to challenge readers' understanding of this surprising cultural phenomenon.Trade ReviewMillions of people (this reviewer included) visit Ohio's Amish country, but few consider the penetrating insights Trollinger raises... Following an excellent review of Amish history and belief, she looks at what tourists find when they 'connect' with the plain people... A great book! Choice Trollinger begins Selling the Amish with a praiseworthy overview of Amish history. She enriches her analysis with theories and concepts of tourism: consumer culture, preservation, authenticity, social drama, commemoration, and exotic encounters. -- Steven D. Reschly Indiana Magazine of History The book is highly readable and well documented, making it accessible to students and useful to scholars and those interested in Amish studies. -- Diane Zimmerman Umble Journal of Mennonite Studies Susan Trollinger... covers many Amish Country themes that reveal much about tourists and their ideas of the Amish in her book Selling the Amish: The Tourism of Nostalgia... She makes the book accessible to a general audience by writing both as a tourist and as an academic. -- Caroline Brock H-Net ReviewsTable of ContentsAcknowledgmentsIntroduction1. Who Are the Amish?2. Tourism in Amish Country3. Time and Gender in Walnut Creek4. Technology and Innocence in Berlin5. Ethnicity and Performance in Sugarcreek6. Nostalgia and the Power of Amish WitnessNotesBibliographyIndex
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Johns Hopkins University Press The Farmers Game
Book SynopsisVaught's deeply researched exploration of baseball's rural roots helps explain its enduring popularity.Trade ReviewThis highly readable book makes clear that rural baseball has always been every bit as central to the American experience as has its metropolitan counterpart. Choice The author has opened a window onto a rich area of exploration and understanding in rural history and into the complex relationships between Americans and baseball. -- Jim McCabe Association for Living History, Farm, and Agricultural Museums A refreshing and thoughtful addition to the history of baseball. -- September 2013, George Kirsch Journal of American History While baseball thrives on statistics, this book is an absorbing read not for the numbers... but for the social and historical issues it brings to the forefront. -- Bob D'Angelo The Tampa Tribune Vaught's book is a masterwork... What makes this book particularly noteworthy is the author's rich knowledge of America's agricultural past. That alone is worth the price of admission. -- Roger I. Abrams American Historical Review For those interested in baseball's place in local history, whether in rural or regional terms, this is an extraordinarily good book. -- Benjamin G. Rader Annals of Iowa A solidly researched and well-written piece of history, one that fills a large void in our understanding of baseball's significant role in American life, particularly away from the big city lights... Baseball enthusiasts should find this book of interest, and university instructors of U.S. cultural history courses could use chapters as supplementary reading. -- Thomas Saylor Minnesota History The Farmers' Game would enhance any academic library's sports history collection... The Farmers' Game can be group with the works of Jules Tygiel as clear-eyed analyses of how the sport and its historical context illuminate each other. -- Chistopher DeRosa New York History The Farmers' Game is a sympathetic yet straightforward account of a pastoral game. Periods of prosperity and famine have always come to farmers as regularly and unexpectedly as streaks have to batters, though the stakes are almost never as high for the player. For its pointing out the symmetry in those alternately joyful and grievous experiences, and for much else, we are indebted to David Vaught's excellent book. -- Chris Beneke Journal of Southern History A critical, well-researched, and well-written analysis of the relationship between agrarian American and baseball. -- Joel S. Franks NINE: A Journal of Baseball History and Culture Provocative. -- Daniel Borus Reviews in American HistoryTable of ContentsAcknowledgmentsIntroduction: Abner Doubleday and Baseball's Idol of Origins1. Playing Ball in Cooperstown in the Formative Years of the American Republic2. Baseball and the Transformation of Rural California3. Multicultural Ball in the Heyday of Texas Cotton Agriculture4. The Making of Bob Feller and the Modern American Farmer5. The Milroy Yankees and the Decline of Southwest Minnesota6. Gaylord Perry, the Spitter, and Farm Life in Eastern North CarolinaEpilogue: Vintage BallNotesEssay on SourcesIndex
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Johns Hopkins University Press Introduction to Intercollegiate Athletics
Book SynopsisAimed at upper-level undergraduate and graduate students, scholars, teachers, practitioners, athletic administrators, and advocates of intercollegiate athletics, Introduction to Intercollegiate Athletics provides readers with up-to-date and comprehensive knowledge about the changes to-and challenges faced by-university athletics programs.Table of ContentsPrefacePart I: Historical Analysis, Governance and Leadership, and EthicsChapter 1: From Sports Page to Front Page: Intercollegiate Athletics and American Higher EducationChapter 2: Organization and Governance of the NCAAChapter 3: Leadership in Intercollegiate AthleticsChapter 4: Ethical Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics: Purpose Achieved or Challenged?Part II: Theoretical Perspectives on Higher Education and AthleticsChapter 5: Theoretical Tenets of Higher Education and College AthletesPart III: The College Athlete ExperienceChapter 6: Today's College AthleteChapter 7: MVP: Predictors of Four-Year Transfer for Community College AthletesChapter 8: Intercollegiate Athletics Climate: Effects on Students, Faculty, and AdministratorsPart IV: The Business Enterprise of College AthleticsChapter 9: Taxation of College Sports: Policies and ControversiesChapter 10: College Sports Spending Decisions and the Academic MissionChapter 11: The Business Model of Intercollegiate Sports: The Haves and Have-NotesChapter 12: Millionaire College Coaches and the Schools That Pay ThemPart V: The Significance of Race and Ethnicity IssuesChapter 13: Cross-Racial Interaction of Division I Athletes: The Campus Climate for DiversityChapter 14: The Miseducation of African American Male College AthletesChapter 15: For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Black Feminist Thought When Feminist Discourse and Title IX Weren't EnoughChapter 16: Conference Realignment and the Demise of the Academic MissionPart VI: Gender Equity and Compliance IssuesChapter 17: Effects of Titles IX on Intercollegiate Athletics, 1972-2012Chapter 18: Key Case Law and Legislation Shaping Women's Opportunity in Intercollegiate AthleticsChapter 19: Title IX Compliance and Intercollegiate Athletics Chapter 20: Barriers to Leadership for Women in College AthleticsPart VII: NCAA and Member Institution Policy ConcernsChapter 21: College Athletes' RightsChapter 22: Recruiting in Intercollegiate AthleticsChapter 23: Intercollegiate Athletics and AmateurismChapter 24: Freedoms Lost: Exploring Social Media Policies in Intercollegiate AthleticsChapter 25: The Atlete and University Contractual RelationshipPart VIII: The Academic Reform MovementChapter 26: The Dilemma of Academic Support for College Athletes: Advising to the APRChapter 27: College Athletes in Revenue and Nonrevenue Sports: Language, Culture, IdentityChapter 28: Best Practices in Career Transition Programming for College AthletesEpilogue: The Changing Landscape of Athletics in American Higher EducationIndex
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Johns Hopkins University Press The Physics of Krav Maga
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPreface1. A Strong Mind in a Strong BodyWarrior Krav Maga and PhysicsWhat about math?!?Intuitive PhysicsWhat if I freeze?!?Exercise and FoodThe Greatness of ScienceEvolution and Krav MagaTraining Time!2. Disrupting BalanceCenter of MassWhy do we fall?How to Keep YOUR BalanceNewton's Third Law AsideVulnerable AreasA Little Push is All It TakesA Real Need to Disrupt Balance3. The Need for Speed!What is speed?Hammer FistPunchesJab Cross!Blitz!What if you have a gun to your head?4. Take ControlHead and Side Control360 Outside DefenseBeware of Stick Kinetic Energy!5. Making Use of LeverageMechanical Advantage BasicsIt Doesn't Take Much ForceLeverage for Restraint Instead of PainA Bridge to FreedomFrom Lug Wrench to Clavicle6. Linear Momentum and the FlybyThe FlybyBend Those Knees!Practice with Pads!On to Fighting!Time to Sprawl!Gun Momentum7. We Need More Power!Potential Energy and PowerElbow Power!Warrior CombinationsWatch your side!Ouch, my knee!8. Rotate Your Way to SafetyRotation BasicsInflicting Pain Up CloseRotate Out of that Headlock!Rotate that Knife!Time to Terminate the Chapter9. Using WeaponsWhat Makes a Knife Sharp?Slice and Dice TimeA Few Gun BasicsHostage Situation10. Do Whatever It Takes!The Bad Kind of HoodieA Cold Long RifleHot WeaponFinal Words
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Trafford Publishing The Business of Ecotourism Third Edition
£17.61
State University of New York Press Sapphos Legacy
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State University of New York Press Sapphos Legacy Convivial Economics on a Greek
Book SynopsisExamines women's food cooperatives and local dining venues on the Greek island of Lesvos and how tourism, gender, and sexualities inform the creation of these alternative economies. Winner of the 2023 Gourmand Cookbook Award for Greece in the Women Category Imaginatively interweaving literatures across a variety of subjects, Sappho's Legacy identifies the crucial role that islands and Greek economic culture play in teaching about capitalism's failures and alternatives. Marina Karides delivers a historical and ethnographic account of food cooperatives and microenterprises on the Greek island of Lesvos following the 2008 financial crisis to reveal the success stories of grassroots, traditional, and community-centered economics organized by people marginalized on the basis of gender, sexuality, and ethnicity. Karides offers hope to others who are working against the tide of neoliberalism and heteropatriarchy to develop alternative or convivial economic practices that serve communities by providing a trail of rhythms from ancient times to the present that showcase Greece's historical resistance.
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Simon & Schuster Overbooked
Book SynopsisIn this “meticulously reported and often disturbing exposé of the travel industry. (The New York Times Book Review), Elizabeth Becker describes the dimensions of this industry and its huge effect on the world economy, the environment, and our culture.Employing one out of twelve people in the world, the travel and tourism industry exploded at the end of the Cold War. In 2012 the number of tourists traveling the world reached one billion. Now everything can be packaged as a tour: with the high cost of medical care in the U.S., Americans are booking a vacation and an operation in countries like Turkey for a fraction of the cost at home. Elizabeth Becker travels the world to take the measure of the business: France invented the travel business and is still its leader; Venice is expiring of over-tourism. In Cambodia, tourists crawl over the temples of Angkor, jeopardizing precious cultural sites. Costa Rica rejected raising cattle for American fast-f
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Taylor & Francis Inc Molecular Cuisine
Book SynopsisGet more recipes, more techniques, more deliciousness! Using methods that may seem more suited to science labs than kitchens, Molecular Cuisine: Twenty Techniques, Forty Recipes unlocks the secrets to the dishes, textures, techniques, and sensations of molecular cuisine. It explores revolutionary techniques that have the remarkable ability to toy with the chemical and physical reactions of cooking to create revolutionized versions of common cuisine.With the recipes and techniques in this book, you will quickly be creating dishes such as: Fizzy Chocolate Puffed Peanut Chicken Fries with Pastis Mayonnaise Apple and Beet Tea Egg Yolk Marshmallow with Ratatouille Hard-Boiled Egg Lollipop Goat Cheese Flan with Dijon Mustard Caramel Minty Tapioca Pearls in Green Tea Balancing just enough science to explain why the techniques work, with easy-to-follow recipes, the book covers emulsion, Trade Review"… this book is very useful because it is simple … now that siphons, alginate, agar, etc. are in most kitchens of chefs, it is time that a large audience can see how science (molecular gastronomy) could contribute to the advancement of culinary practice."—From the Foreword by Hervé This"… this book is very useful because it is simple … now that siphons, alginate, agar, etc. are in most kitchens of chefs, it is time that a large audience can see how science (molecular gastronomy) could contribute to the advancement of culinary practice."—From the Foreword by Hervé ThisTable of ContentsSolubilization of Sugars. Emulsion. Foam. Mousse. Gelatine. Marshmallow. Coagulation of egg proteins. Meringue. Caramelization. Maillard Reaction. (Anti)Oxidation. Dehydration. Transfer. Expansion. Basic spherification. Reverse spherification. Hard Gel. Soft Gel. Effervescence. Fermentation.
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Taylor & Francis Inc Radiation Injury Prevention and Mitigation in
Book SynopsisWith an estimated 3.3 billion ionizing radiation imaging examinations performed worldwide each year, the growing use of x-ray-based diagnostic procedures raises concerns about long-term health risks, especially cancer. In addition, rapid growth in the number of nuclear power plants around the world increases the risk of a nuclear accident similar to that of Fukushima, Japan. Add to this, exposure to non-ionizing radiation from prolonged cell phone use, proton radiation from solar flares, and potential nuclear conflict or a dirty bomb attack, and the need to expand our repertoire of radiation prevention and mitigation strategies becomes increasingly urgent. Radiation Injury Prevention and Mitigation in Humans identifies and examines physical protection strategies as well as non-toxic, cost-effective biological protection strategies. This includes agents thatwhen administered orally before and/or after irradiation exposurescould be effective in preventinTable of ContentsPhysics of Nuclear Bombs and Nuclear Reactors. Acute Damage by Irradiation with High Doses of Ionizing Radiation in Humans. Long-Term Damages among Survivors of High Doses of Ionizing Radiation. Prevention and Mitigation of Acute Damage Produced by High Doses of Ionizing Radiation. Prevention and Mitigation of Long-Term Damages among Survivors of High Doses of Ionizing Radiation. Health Risks of Low Doses of Ionizing Radiation (Diagnostic Radiation. Prevention and Mitigation of Damages after Low Doses of Ionizing Radiation. Health Risks of Non-Ionizing Radiation (UV Light and Electromagnetic Radiation). Prevention and Mitigation of Damages after Exposure to Non-Ionizing Radiation. Implementation Plan for Non-Toxic and Cost-Effective Radioprotective and Radiomitigating Agents.
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Temple University Press,U.S. Getting Away from It All
Book SynopsisVacations are a delimited period during which social rules and responsibilities are eased, removed, or shifted, and people have increased autonomy over what they choose to do. Recent trends in the travel industry emphasize the appeal of vacations for voluntary identity changeswhen bankers can become bikers for a week or when Momcations allow mothers to leave their families behind. But how do our vacations allow us to shape our identity?Getting Away from It All is a study of individuality and flexibility and the intersection of self-definition and social constraint. Karen Stein interviews vacationers about their travels and down time, focusing on identity transitions. She shows how objects, settings, temporal environments and social interactions limit or facilitate identity shifts, and how we arrange our vacations to achieve the shifts we desire. Stein also looks at the behavior, values, attitudes, and worldview of individuals to illuminate how people engage in either identity work or i
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Temple University Press,U.S. Getting Away from It All
Book SynopsisVacations are a delimited period during which social rules and responsibilities are eased, removed, or shifted, and people have increased autonomy over what they choose to do. Recent trends in the travel industry emphasize the appeal of vacations for voluntary identity changeswhen bankers can become bikers for a week or when Momcations allow mothers to leave their families behind. But how do our vacations allow us to shape our identity?Getting Away from It All is a study of individuality and flexibility and the intersection of self-definition and social constraint. Karen Stein interviews vacationers about their travels and down time, focusing on identity transitions. She shows how objects, settings, temporal environments and social interactions limit or facilitate identity shifts, and how we arrange our vacations to achieve the shifts we desire. Stein also looks at the behavior, values, attitudes, and worldview of individuals to illuminate how people engage in either identity work or i
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Temple University Press,U.S. Never Ask Why
Book SynopsisAn inside look at the struggles Ed Garvey and his small group of supporters faced in bringing true professionalism to football playersTrade Review“Ed Garvey was a man of vision and unafraid to be the first to challenge the league with a relentless and aggressive approach to ensuring our players’ rights. When I became executive director [of the NFLPA], Ed was one of the only persons who had served in this role, and his wisdom, brilliance, and humor were exactly the counsel I needed. Even today, he continues to be a guiding light for our union. Never Ask ‘Why’ is a firsthand testament to why union leaders should never have to ask why the mission is so important, and why the role of unions, even one as small as an NFL players union, remains critical for working people.”—DeMaurice Smith, Executive Director of the NFL Players Association"This is a very important and easy-to-read work that will shed light on the many previously misrepresented accounts given by the owners and commissioner-controlled public communication. It has the potential to change the business world."—Library Journal"Published posthumously, Ed Garvey’s autobiographical account of his role, primarily in the 1970s, as executive director of the National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) details his fight for players’ rights and the mission to end the so-called Rozelle rule restricting free agency. Much has been written about this period, and this book contributes Garvey’s firsthand account and interpretations, with previously unknown conversations, of the negotiations between the union and the NFL.... The book makes evident Garvey's clear disdain for sports journalists for what he saw as distorting the truth and working for the owners. The Mackey v. NFL case (1976) runs throughout much of the book and is an interesting legal study.... Summing Up: Recommended."—Choice
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Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Corruption and Scandal in American Sports
Book SynopsisScandals about cheating and corruption have dogged amateur and professional sports in the United States since the nation's earliest days. This work examines the most infamous and consequential of these controversies and scandals both on and off the field.Authoritative Individual essays tackle notorious events in popular American sports ranging from the 1919 Black Sox scandal to revelations of sign stealing by the Houston Astros throughout their 2020 championship season, with stops in between to survey horrific sex abuse scandals at Penn State, Baylor, and Michigan State; steroid and drug scandals that brought down once-admired athletes like Mark McGwire and Lance Armstrong; and cheating/betting controversies that tainted individual players (Pete Rose), teams (Boston College, New England Patriots), and entire leagues (including the Little League World Series in 2001). But this work does more than just recount these events; it will also examine the cultural and economic pressures Table of ContentsIntroduction, Jimmy Sanderson (Texas Tech University, USA) Essays Corrupt Means, but the Potential for Millions: Rhetorical Approaches to Studying Corruption in Sport, Katherine Lavelle (University of Wisconsin–La Crosse, USA) Just Add an Asterisk: A Look at Sport, Society, and Scandal, Sarah Brown (Southern Methodist University, USA) U.S. Sport Gambling: A History of Illegality and Intermittent Scandals, but Now a Mostly Legal and Growing Industry with Many Unanswered Questions, Edward Kian (Oklahoma State University, USA) Cases 1. Louisville Grays and Throwing Games (1876–1877), Brian Petrotta (University of Nebraska, USA) 2. Fred Lorz and the Olympic Cheating “Shortcut” (1904), Padric Hall (Capitol Technology University, USA) 3 .Blondy Wallace and Fixing Football Games (1906), Scott D’Amico (Alamo Colleges District, USA) 4. Chicago White Sox World Series Scandal (1919–1921), Christie M. Kleinmann (Belmont University, USA) 5. Peter Barrie and Horse Bleaching (1926), Ellen Staurowsky (Ithaca College, USA) 6 . William and Mary Athlete Transcript Scandal (1939–1951), Nathan Baer (Louisiana State University, USA) 7. City College of New York Point-Shaving (1950–1951), John Llewellyn (Wake Forest University, USA) 8. New York Giants and Sign-Stealing (1951, 2001), Raymond Schuck (Bowling Green State University, Firelands) 9. Gaylord Perry and Scuffing Baseballs (1962–1983), Hank DeHay (Baylor University, USA) 10. Miami Dolphins Hiring of Don Shula Away from Baltimore Colts (1970), Patrick McConnell (High Point University, USA) 11. Jane Blalock Versus the LPGA (1972–1975), Brittani Sahm (Rollins College, USA) 12. Southwestern Louisiana Basketball Grade Fraud (1973), Luke Mashburn (Troy University, USA) 13. SMU Football Scandal (1978–1987), John Llewellyn (Wake Forest University, USA) 14. Boston College Point-Shaving (1978–1979), Michael Jonas (University of Minnesota, USA) 15. Rosie Ruiz and the Boston Marathon (1980–2000), Sangchul Park (Alma College, USA) and Sanghoon Kim (Michigan State University, USA) 16. Charley Pell and University of Florida Cheating (1982), Jessica Brougham (University of Florida, USA) 17. Pete Rose and Gambling (1985–1989), Nicole Butterbaugh (Baylor University, USA) and Jimmy Sanderson (Texas Tech University, USA) 18. Tulane Point-Shaving (1984–1985), L. Malin, (Howard University, USA) 19. Jose Canseco and Performance-Enhancing Drugs (1985–2001), Bob Case (Old Dominion University, USA) 20. Jerry Tarkanian and UNLV Paying Players (1987–1992), Barry Regan (University of Purdue Global, USA) 21. University of Kentucky and Recruiting Violations (1988–1989), Katie Brown (Texas Tech University, USA) 22. Michigan Basketball Scandal (1989–2003), Patrick Tutka (Niagara University, USA) 23. Jimmy Collins and College Basketball Recruiting Scandal (1989–1992), Vincent Meninno (Freed-Hardeman University, USA) 24. Miami Football Pell Grant Scandal (1989–1995), Jan Boehmer (The & Partnership, Germany) 25.The Mysterious Death of Alydar (1990), Lindsay Hillstrom (Graduate of Aquinas College, USA) 26. Arizona State Point-Shaving (1993–1994), Bob Case (Old Dominion University, USA) 27. Albert Belle Using a Corked Bat (1994), Ben Goss (Missouri State University, USA) 28. Tonya Harding and Nancy Kerrigan (1994), Krystina Sarff (North Central College, USA) 29. Northwestern Point-Shaving (1994–1995), Ellen Staurowsky (Ithaca College, USA), and Colin Herb (Ithaca College, USA) 30. Minnesota Basketball and Academic Fraud (1995–1999), Sangchul Park (Alma College, USA) and Sanghoon Kim (Michigan State University, USA) 31.Todd Bozeman and Paying Parents of Recruits at California (1996–1997), L. Malin (Howard University 32. Mark McGwire and Performance-Enhancing Drugs (1998–2010), Scott Jensen (Webster University, USA) 33. Salt Lake City IOC Bid (1998–2002), Baykal Altiner (Texas A&M University, USA) 34. Lance Armstrong Doping (1999–2013), John Fortunato (Fordham University, USA) 35. Albert Means and Recruiting Violations (1999–2002), Nicole Butterbaugh (Baylor University, USA) 36. Mike Jarvis Paying Players at St. Johns University Men’s Basketball (1999–2006), Ellen Staurowsky (Ithaca College, USA) 37. Syracuse Basketball and Improper Benefits and Academic Fraud (2000–2011), Jessica Brougham (University of Florida, USA) 38. Marty McSorley and Donald Brashear (2000), Brandon Mastromartino (San Diego State University, USA) 39. Colorado Football Infractions with Athletes’ Meal Plans (2001–2006), Sean Strehlow (Baylor University, USA) 40. Danny Almonte’s Age Scandal at the Little League World Series (2001), Barry Regan (University of Purdue Global, USA) 41. Barry Bonds and Performance-Enhancing Drugs (2001–2004), Shaun Fletcher (San Jose State University, USA) 42. Dave Bliss Paying Players at Baylor (2002–2003), Blair Browning (Baylor University, USA) 43. Floyd Landis Doping (2002–2010), Emily Dirks (University of Alabama, USA) 44.Alex Rodriguez and Performance-Enhancing Drugs (2003–2014), Melody Alanis (Texas A&M University, USA) 45. Jim Harrick and the University of Georgia (2003), Barry Regan (University of Purdue Global, USA) 46. Reggie Bush at the University of Southern California (2005–2006), Nicole Butterbaugh (Baylor University, USA) and Blair Browning (Baylor University, USA) 47. Florida State University Academic Fraud (2006–2007), Jessica Brougham (University of Florida, USA) 48. New England Patriots Spygate (2000–2007), Clayton Whelan (Mississippi State University, USA) 49. Marion Jones and “The Clear” Scandal (2000–2008), Christie M. Kleinmann (Belmont University, USA) 50. Derrick Rose and the SAT Test Score Scandal (2006–2008), Krystina Sarff (North Central College, USA) 51. Tim Donaghy Gambling Scandal (2007–2008), Jason Perry (Howard University, USA) 52. Cam Newton Pay for Play (2008–2011), Dylan Williams (University of Alabama, USA) Shaun Fletcher (San Jose State University, USA) 53. New Orleans Saints Bounty Gate Scandal (2009–2012), Jeff Levine (Drexel University, USA) 54. Denver Broncos Filming the 49ers (2010), Marcella Otto (Northern Illinois University, USA) 55. Nevin Shapiro and Miami Football (2010–2013), Emily Newell (University of Maine, USA) 56. University of North Carolina Academic Scandal, (1993–2011), Bradley Baker (Temple University, USA) 57. Southern Mississippi Basketball Academic Fraud (2012–2014), Rob Hardin (University of Tennessee, USA) 58. Mike Tomlin and the “Tripping” Kickoff Return of Jacoby Jones (2013), Padric Hall (Capitol Technology University, USA) 59. Impermissible Academic Assistance with Georgia Southern Football (2013–2016), Sayvon Foster (University of Kansas, USA) 60. Ray Farmer Texting Sidelines Scandal (2014–2015), Janet Howes (University of St. Joseph, USA) 61. New England Patriots and DeflateGate (2015), Bob Boland (Seton Hall University, USA) 62. St. Louis Cardinals Hack Astros Computers (2015–2017), Sangchul Park (Alma College, USA) and Sanghoon Kim (Michigan State University, USA) 63.Missouri Football Academic Fraud (2016), Farah Ishaq (Northern Illinois University, USA) 64. New York Giants Head Coach Ben McAdoo Illegally Uses Walkie-Talkie (2016), Kevin Thompson (University of Alabama, USA) 65.Houston Astros Use Video Technology to Steal Signs (2016–2020), Jimmy Sanderson (Texas Tech University, USA) 66.Louisville Basketball Scandal (2016–2018), Farah Ishaq (Northern Illinois University, USA) 67. The Red Sox and Apple Watches (2017), Hank DeHay (Baylor University, USA) 68. FBI and College Basketball Scandal (2017–2020), Morgan Strehlow (Baylor University, USA) 69. Varsity Blues College Admission Bribery Scandal (2019), Christian Garcia (Clemson University, USA) 70. Odell Beckham Jr. Paying LSU Players for Winning the 2019 College Football National Championship (2020), Lillian Feder (Purdue University, USA) 71. Doug Pedersen Pulls Jalen Hurts (2021), Sean Pradhan (Menlo College, USA) About the Editor and Contributors Index
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Food Insecurity
Book SynopsisThis comprehensive and authoritative one-stop resource examines the issue of food insecurity in the United States, including the various economic, social, political, and cultural factors that drive the problem.Social welfare agencies, schools, food banks, and other organizations have all put forth efforts to combat food insecurity, but it remains a serious risk for millions of poor Americans today. Food Insecurity: A Reference Handbook examines the reasons why food insecurity remains such a longstanding problem in American society.Beginning with a history of food insecurity from the country''s origins to the present day, the book also delves into the problems and controversies related to food insecurity, such as urban food deserts, substance abuse impacts, nutrition education, and income inequality. One of the most valuable aspects of the book is that it surveys the history of food insecurity in a manner that helps the reader identify key issues in an easy-to-understand fTable of ContentsPreface 1. Background and History Introduction The Narrative We Tell about Food History Origins of Food Insecurity in the Colonial Period (1600- 1775) - The Transatlantic Slave Trade and Origins of Black Food Insecurity Revolutionary War to the Civil War (1776- 1865) - Westward Expansion, Treaties, Removal Policies, and Land as Food Security - Native American Women in Westward Expansion - The Civil War Era (1861- 1865) Reconstruction Era (1865- 1877) Progressive Era (1890s- 1920s) The Great Depression and New Deal Era (1920- 1940) Post War Era (1945- 1960) - Women in the Industrial Food System The Civil Rights Era (1960- 1980) End of the Century (1980- 2000s) - Food Processing - Globalization and Expansion of the Food Industry - Food Marketing - Dietary Guidelines and Recommendations The Social Safety Net: Responses to Food Insecurity - USDA Food and Nutrition Assistance Programs Conclusion: Food Insecurity Today References 2. Problems, Controversies, and Solutions Framing the Discussion for Problems, Controversies, and Solutions Defining and Measuring Food Insecurity - Globally Recognized Definition of Food Insecurity - United States Definition - Other Key Terms - Levels of Food Insecurity - Tools for Assessing Food Security Status Inequity in the Food System - Inequitable Access to Land - Geographical Disparities: Access to Food - Impact of Health Inequities Sustainability of the Food System - A Sustainable, Closed- Loop Food System Agricultural Development and Food Production - The Green Revolution - Genetically Modified Foods - Seeds Corporate Control of Food System The Debate: Food as a Human Right Solutions - New Food Movements - Building Capacity of U.S. Farmers: Rural and Urban - Food, Agriculture, and Grocery Cooperatives - Food Policy Councils - Food Justice - Women in the Food System - Food Sovereignty - Implementing Food Sovereignty and Food Security - Toward a Secure Future References 3. Perspectives From an Anti- hunger Activist: My Perspective on Ending Hunger in America, Minerva Delgado Food Sovereignty in Rural Appalachia, Nicole Rasul Moving the Charitable Food System from Transactions to Transformations, Katie S. Martin A Plan to Shorten Food Bank Lines, Andy Fisher Stories Matter: Narrative Change as a Strategy for Exposing the Root Causes of Hunger and Spurring Collective Action, Alison Meares Cohen and Debbie DePoala Focusing on Racial Equity to End Hunger, Marlysa D. Gamblin Native American Food Security and Food Sovereignty, Elizabeth Hoover Food Policy Councils and the Challenge of Incorporating Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, Erica Hall Food and Nutrition Education for Food Sovereignty, Pamela Koch Advancing Nutrition Security with Sustainability Research, Sarah Reinhardt 4. Profiles Introduction People - George Washington Carver (1864- 1943) - Cesar Chavez (1927- 1993) - W.E.B. Du Bois (1868- 1963) - Fannie Lou Hamer (1917- 1977) - Vandana Shiva (1952- ) - Booker T. Washington (1856- 1915) Organizations - Black Panther Party - Bread for the World - Coalition of Immokalee Workers - College and University Food Bank Alliance - Feeding America - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations - Food and Resource Action Center - Food Chain Workers Alliance - Food Policy Networks - Food Recovery Network - La Via Campesina - National Farm to School Network - Share Our Strength - Slow Food Movement - United States Department of Agriculture 5. Data and Documents Data - Figure 5.1: Trends in Food Insecurity Rates in U.S. Households from 1995 to 2021 - Figure 5.2: Prevalence of Food Insecurity (Three- year Averages from 2019- 2021) by State in the United States - Figure 5.3: Characteristics of Households Experiencing Very Low Food Security in 2021 - Figure 5.4: Trends in Food Insecurity Prevalence in the United States by Race and Ethnicity from 2001 to 2021 - Table 5.1: Food Insecurity Rates in the United States by Race and Other Characteristics in 2017 - Table 5.2: Food Insecurity Rates in the United States among Southeast Asians by Ethnicity - Figure 5.5: Spending on Federal Food Assistance Programs from 1980 to 2021 - Table 5.3: National Annual and Monthly Data on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - Figure 5.6: Map of Farmers Markets in the United States That Accept SNAP in 2018 - Table 5.4: Comparison of U.S. Agricultural Characteristics in 1860 and 2010 - Table 5.5: Carbon Impact of Select Food Products by Kilogram of Greenhouse Gas Emission - Table 5.6: Environmental Impacts of Food and Agriculture Documents - United Nations Declaration of Human Rights (UNDHR) - United Nation’s Covenant on Social, Economic and Cultural Rights (ICESCR) - H.R. 2- Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, Public Law 115- 334 - General Allotment or Dawes Act (1887) - Lone Wolf v. Hitchcock - Treaty of New Echota - Pigford et al. v. Glickman - Monsanto v. Percey Schmeiser - Coalition of Immokalee Workers Fair Food Code of Conduct - Equal Opportunity in Farm Programs: An Appraisal of Services Rendered by Agencies of the United States Department of Agriculture - Declaration of Nyéléni 6. Resources Books Journals and Articles Reports Online Resources 7. Chronology Glossary Index
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Rowman & Littlefield Faiths on Display
Book SynopsisBy providing a unique perspective on China's changing relationship with religion, this groundbreaking book explores the role the Chinese state continues to play in religious revival today. Over the past several decades, China has experienced a rapid expansion of religious spaces and activities. More recently, a growing middle-class urban society has fueled an upsurge in Chinese domestic tourism. Faiths on Display challenges the common separation of religious and tourist activities, showing how these practices overlap and blend together. A group of leading scholars explores the unlikely interaction between these exuberant phenomena, finding a surprisingly clear lens through which to view a rapidly transforming society. Even the most casual observer is struck by the Chinese rediscovery of traditional culture, particularly at revived religious festivals and pilgrimages in suburbs, rural areas, and at China's margins where religious practices of ethnic minorities attract particular touristTrade ReviewThe editors and authors of this volume constitute a most impressive interdisciplinary cast of experts, collectively shedding light on the cultural, social, and political construction of the emerging 'tourist-pilgrim continuum' and showcasing a wide variety of useful analytical perspectives. Highly recommended for scholars and students in religion, anthropology, sociology, politics, tourism and heritage studies, and cultural studies. -- Adam Yuet Chau, University of Cambridge; author of Miraculous Response: Doing Popular Religion in Contemporary ChinaThis rich and sophisticated collection sets the agenda for studies on faith and tourism. The range and depth of cases is truly impressive and the findings are of major significance for one of the fastest-growing tourist markets in the world. This groundbreaking volume marks a major step forward in studies of tourism in China. -- Mike Crang, Durham UniversityWith studies from across a very diverse cultural landscape, Faiths on Display sheds entirely new light on China. For those interested in religion, it reveals one of the most important engines driving the current resurgence. For tourism, it challenges our assumptions that secular travel and religious pilgrimage are fundamentally different. And for anyone interested in China it shows how relations to the state go far beyond simple accommodation and resistance. -- Robert P. Weller, Boston UniversityThe first thing I need to say is that I very much enjoyed reading this book, perhaps because for me and my research in China the testimony of the respective chapters corresponded with much of my own experience in that country. . . . While the word ‘tourism’ rightly appears in the extended title of the book, many of the contributors may not be familiar to scholars in tourism, being for the most part researchers based in Chinese, Asian, and anthropological studies. One advantage of this is a freedom from the constraints of empirical quantitative techniques. Instead, the book’s authors adhere to the techniques of participative research and an immersion in the wider culture and literature of the observed phenomena. In short, for the most part these are not the findings of researchers simply handing out questionnaires, but writings sensitive to the nuances indicated above. * Asia Pacific World *This is an excellent book on the revival and invention of cultural heritage and religious practices for tourism and economic development in China. . . . This is an important work containing exciting ethnographies on religious practices and heritage tourism in China. This is rather different from past research on Chinese tourism, which has tended to focus largely on ethnic minorities. This book also encourages us to rethink the relationships between tourism and religion and between state and society, as well as between market and cultural heritage. It should be of interest to researchers working on tourism, religion, and China studies. * The China Journal *Faiths on Display is a book that demands the attention of scholars and students of religion in contemporary China, readers interested in pilgrimage, and anyone interested in the relationship between cultural heritage, tourism, museums, and religion. The diversity in ethnic groups and religious and pseudo-religious (revolutionary) traditions covered by this volume is unparalleled by any comparably scholarly publication on contemporary Chinese religion. It is also a great resource for the study of material culture and religion in Post-Mao China. * Religious Studies Review *This innovative collection of essays sheds new light on a leading facet of the religious revival that is transforming China today, namely its links to that country's burgeoning tourism industry. Based on a wide variety of case studies featuring both Han and non-Han communities, Faiths on Display convincingly identifies tourism as a crucial arena for not only understanding the local forces shaping China's religious revival but also the state's attempts to assert its hegemony over these forces, both in terms of policies and the realm of discourse. . . . Faiths on Display marks a path-breaking achievement in our understanding of key factors that continue to shape China's religious revival, particularly in terms of considering which religious activities are being restored, recycled, or invented anew. . . . In drawing on a wide range of historical and especially ethnographic studies to assess the impact of tourism on China's religious revival, this volume has helped set new agendas that will help shape research on such topics for years to come. This book should also prove invaluable for use in a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses. * Journal of Chinese Religions *Table of ContentsIntroduction Chapter 1: Spirit Money: Tourism and Pilgrimage on the Sacred Slopes of Mount Tai Chapter 2: Alchemy of the Ancestors: Rituals of Genealogy in the Service of the Nation in Rural China Chapter 3: Pilgrim or Tourist? The Transformation of China's Revolutionary Holy Land Chapter 4: Making Tourists and Remaking Locals: Religion, Ethnicity, and Patriotism on Display in Northern Sichuan Chapter 5: Minzu, Market, and the Mandala: National Exhibitionism and Tibetan Buddhist Revival in Post-Mao China Chapter 6: Economic Development and the Buddhist-Industrial Complex of Xishuangbanna Chapter 7: Naxi Religion in the Age of Tourism: Persistence and (Re)creation Chapter 8: Tourist Itineraries, Spatial Management, and Hidden Temples: The Revival of Religious Sites in a Water Town Chapter 9: The Return Visits of Overseas Chinese to Ancestral Villages in Putian, Fujian Afterword
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