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Understanding Tourism introduces tourism students tconcepts drawn from critical theory, cultural studies and the social sciences It does swith a light and readable touch, highlighting the ideas that underlie contemporary critical tourism studies in a practical and engaging way Specifically, the authors examine how post-structuralist thought has led ta re-imagining of power relationships and the ways in which they are central tthe production and consumption of tourism experiences Eleven clear, relevant chapters provide an accessible introduction ttourism defining, explaining and developing the key issues and methods in this exciting field These topics include: Regulating TourismCommodifying TourismEmbodying TourismPerforming TourismTourism and the EverydayTourism and the OtherTourism and the EnvironmentTourism and the PastTourism MobilitiesResearching TourismA strong teaching text, this will be well received by lecturers seeking an authoritative, multi-disciplinary book on contemporary tourism and by students whwant a practical, grounded introduction which understands their learning and research needs
