Heritage, Museums and Galleries: An Introductory Reader by Corsane HB..

Taylor & Francis

Heritage, Museums and GalleriesAn Introductory Reader\nAuthor(s): Gerard Corsane\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780415289450, 978-0415289450\nSynopsis\nBringing the reader the very best of modern scholarship from the heritage community, this comprehensive reader outlines and explains the many diverse issues that have been identified and brought to the fore in the field of heritage, museums and galleries over the past couple of decades. \n\nThe volume is divided into four parts:\n\npresents overviews and useful starting points for critical reflection\nfocuses more specifically on selected issues of significance, looking particularly at the museum's role and responsibilities in the postmodern and postcolonial world\nconcentrates on issues related to cultural heritage and tourism\ndedicated to public participation in heritage, museum and gallery processes and activities.\n\nThe book provides an ideal starting point f.