The Tourist Gaze by John Urry
Leisure and Travel in Contemporary Societies
This seminal work explores the concept of tourism as a social phenomenon, examining how tourists perceive and interact with their destinations. It delves into the ways in which tourism shapes and is shaped by cultural, economic, and social factors, offering a critical analysis of the "gaze" tourists cast upon the places they visit. The book highlights the power dynamics involved in tourism, the commodification of culture, and the impact of globalization on local communities, providing a comprehensive framework for understanding the complexities of modern tourism.
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- Published
- 1990
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 176-200
- Original Language
- English
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