{"product_id":"sociology-of-the-arts-9780470672884","title":"Sociology of the Arts","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplains the key concepts, theories, and studies in the sociology of the artsthe fully updated new edition of the classic textbook\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSociology of the Arts\u003c\/i\u003e is a comprehensive yet accessible review of sociological approaches to studying the fine, popular, and folk arts. Integrating scholarly literature, theoretical models, and empirical studies, this authoritative textbook provides balanced coverage of a broad range of essential topicsenabling a deeper understanding of the field as a whole. Throughout the text, numerous real-world case studies reinforce key concepts, stimulate classroom discussion, and encourage students to contemplate abstract theoretical issues central to the relationship between art and society.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNow in its second edition, this bestselling volume features fully revised content that reflects the most recent literature and research in the field. New discussion on the production and the consumption of culture are complemented by fresh perspect\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eList of Illustrations vii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eList of Tables ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eList of Figures xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eList of Boxes xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface and Acknowledgements xv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 Introduction: What is Art? 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I The Relationship between Art and Society 11\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 Reflection Approaches 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 2.1 The Reflection of Race in Children’s Books 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 Shaping Approaches 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 3.1 Violence in Popular Arts 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 A Mediated View: The Cultural Diamond 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IIA The Cultural Diamond: The Production of Culture 53\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 Art Worlds and Artistic Fields 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 5.1 From Academy to Public Sale 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 Businesses and Industries 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 6.1 Innovation in Commercial Musical Theatre 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Nonprofits and Networks 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 7.1 Piccolos on the Picket Line: A Strike in the Symphony 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Artists 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 8.1 Nothing Succeeds Like Success: Careers in the Film Industry 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IIB The Cultural Diamond: The Consumption of Culture 133\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 Consumption Approaches 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 9.1 Romance Novels as Combat and Compensation 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 Sites and Experiences 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 10.1 The Experience of Music 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11 Identities 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 11.1 Acropolis Now: National Identity and the Return of the Parthenon Marbles? 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12 Distinction 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 12.1 New Forms of Cultural Capital? Debates about Distinction 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III Art in Society 221\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13 The Art Itself 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 13.1 The Renaissance Way of Seeing 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14 The Constitution of Art in Society 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Study 14.1 A Strange Sensation: Controversies in Art 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV Conclusion 269\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15 Studying Art Sociologically 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 299\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Wiley and Sons Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48864636338519,"sku":"9780470672884","price":34.15,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780470672884.jpg?v=1722272834","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/sociology-of-the-arts-9780470672884","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}