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Cultural Olympians : Rugby School's Cultural Leaders
This book is designed to explore key questions surrounding faith, philosophy, science, culture and social progress by celebrating the life and thought of cultural leaders from Rugby School (estd. 1567). Some of the most distinguished historians, philosophers, social commentators and religious commentators are alumni of Rugby School.In this collection of essays, contributors explore the most important values that guide and challenge us today, by reflecting on the achievements of these cultural heavyweights. This collection is edited by Patrick Derham, the current Headmaster of Rugby School.Contributors include:John WitheridgeJohn ClarkeAnthony KennyDavid UrquhartRobin le PoidevinA.N.WilsonAndrew VincentA.C. GraylingJay Winter,Ian HeskethDavid BoucherRowan WilliamPatrick DerhamJohn Taylor
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Zombies: A Cultural History : A Cultural History
Zombies: A Cultural History, now available in paperback, sifts materials from anthropology, folklore, travel writing, colonial histories, long-forgotten pulp literature, B-movies, medical history and cultural theory to give a definitive short introduction to the zombie, exploring the manifold meanings of this compelling, slow-moving yet relentless monster.
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Cultural Tourism
Cultural Tourism remains the only book to bridge the gap between cultural tourism and cultural and heritage management.The first edition illustrated how heritage and tourism goals can be integrated in a management and marketing framework to produce sustainable cultural tourism.The current edition takes this further to base the discussion of cultural tourism in the theory and practice of cultural and heritage management (CM and CHM), under the understanding that for tourism to thrive, a balanced approach to the resource base it uses must be maintained.An ‘umbrella approach’ to cultural tourism represents a unique feature of the book, proposing solutions to achieve an optimal outcome for all sectors.Reflecting the many important developments in the field this new edition has been completely revised and updated in the following ways: New content on increasingly relevant topics including sustainability, climate change, the threat of de-globalization, overtourism and social media. New sections on experience creation, accessibility and inclusivity, as well as expanded material on creative industries and new management challenges. New international case studies and tried-and-tested assignment exercises have been added to every chapter. Written by experts in both tourism and cultural heritage management, this book will enable professionals and students to gain a better understanding of their own and each other’s roles in achieving sustainable cultural tourism.It provides a blueprint for producing top-quality, long-term cultural tourism products.
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Cultural Geography
Cultural Geography is the first book to introduce culture from a geographical perspective.It tracks the ideas, practices and objects that together form cultures - and how these cultures form identities for individuals and populations.Crang examines a range of scales as he considers the role of states, empires and nations, firms and corporations, shops and goods, books and films, in creating identities. Cultural Geography looks at the way different processes come together in particular places and how those places develop meanings for people, whether at a global scale or the intimate scale of everyday life.Specifically designed for use on modular courses this text features clear writing, boxed case studies, chapter summaries, further reading guides and a glossary of key terms.
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What are luxury needs and cultural needs?
Luxury needs are desires for goods or services that are not essential for survival but are considered highly desirable due to their high quality, exclusivity, or status symbol. These can include items such as designer clothing, luxury cars, or high-end electronics. Cultural needs, on the other hand, are related to the values, beliefs, and traditions of a particular society or group. These needs are essential for individuals to feel a sense of belonging, identity, and connection to their cultural heritage. Examples of cultural needs can include language, religion, art, music, and traditional customs.
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How are luxury needs transformed into cultural needs?
Luxury needs are transformed into cultural needs through the process of socialization and influence from various cultural factors. As individuals are exposed to certain luxury goods and lifestyles through media, advertising, and social circles, they may begin to internalize these as cultural symbols of status and success. Over time, these luxury items become intertwined with cultural values and norms, shaping individuals' desires and preferences. This transformation is further reinforced by societal expectations and the desire to belong to a certain social group or class that values these luxury goods.
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Is a mobile phone a cultural or luxury necessity?
A mobile phone can be considered both a cultural necessity and a luxury item, depending on the context. In many modern societies, having a mobile phone is considered a cultural necessity for communication, accessing information, and participating in various aspects of daily life. However, the type of mobile phone and the features it offers can also be seen as a luxury, as some people may prioritize having the latest model or high-end features as a status symbol. Ultimately, the cultural importance of mobile phones as a means of communication and access to information makes them a necessity, but the luxury aspect comes into play with the desire for certain features and brands.
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Is a mobile phone a cultural or luxury need?
A mobile phone can be considered both a cultural and a luxury need, depending on the context. In many cultures, having a mobile phone is seen as a necessity for communication, staying connected, and accessing information. However, the type of mobile phone and its features can also be seen as a luxury item, especially when considering high-end smartphones with advanced technology and expensive price tags. Ultimately, the importance of a mobile phone as a cultural or luxury need varies based on individual preferences and societal norms.
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Cultural Shock
Popular culture is flourishing again, with a renewed interest in the ET and UFO phenomena.We are inundated with films, TV programmes and books, plus many conspiracy theories, dealing with the phenomena.Governments and security agencies are denying any interest in the issue, yet releasing masses of documents (mostly unreadable) after being compelled to, by the Freedom of Information Act.Such speculation and documentation in ancient writings suggests that an unearthly presence has been in Earth-space for many generations.The question of this situation must reach a culminating point sometime in the near future.This book is concerned with the cultural shock and social disorientation that would obviously occur with a sudden appearance en-mass of an alien race finally revealing themselves to humanity and how the people of Earth would react.
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Cultural Evolution
Cultural Evolution argues that people's values and behavior are shaped by the degree to which survival is secure; it was precarious for most of history, which encouraged heavy emphasis on group solidarity, rejection of outsiders, and obedience to strong leaders.For under extreme scarcity, xenophobia is realistic: if there is just enough land to support one tribe and another tribe tries to claim it, survival may literally be a choice between Us and Them.Conversely, high levels of existential security encourage openness to change, diversity, and new ideas.The unprecedented prosperity and security of the postwar era brought cultural change, the environmentalist movement, and the spread of democracy.But in recent decades, diminishing job security and rising inequality have led to an authoritarian reaction.Evidence from more than 100 countries demonstrates that people's motivations and behavior reflect the extent to which they take survival for granted - and that modernization changes them in roughly predictable ways.This book explains the rise of environmentalist parties, gender equality, and same-sex marriage through a new, empirically-tested version of modernization theory.
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Cultural Economics
The cultural industries and their products and services make a significant contribution to the global economy and are seen as strategic sectors for sustainable economic growth.However, industries such as art, design, film, music, performing arts, publishing, television and radio, present particular challenges for economic analysis.They can be goods or services that are both public and private, protected by copyright and freely available, consumed and created, as well as susceptible to fashion and technological development. In this fascinating introduction to the cultural economy, Christiane Hellmanzik examines the market for creative work and reveals the economic relationships between human creativity, intellectual property and technology.Through the careful use of case studies, the book explores the core economic considerations such as supply and demand, competition and pricing, alongside macro trends such as globalization, digitalization and the internet, which are changing the industry’s business models.
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Cultural Burning
This Element addresses a burning question – how can archaeologists best identify and interpret cultural burning, the controlled use of fire by people to shape and curate their physical and social landscapes?This Element describes what cultural burning is and presents current methods by which it can be identified in historical and archaeological records, applying internationally relevant methods to Australian landscapes.It clarifies how the transdisciplinary study of cultural burning by Quaternary scientists, historians, archaeologists and Indigenous community members is informing interpretations of cultural practices, ecological change, land use and the making of place.This title is also available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.
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What are three examples of basic cultural and luxury needs?
Three examples of basic cultural needs include access to education, healthcare, and social services. On the other hand, luxury needs may include designer clothing, high-end technology gadgets, and luxury vacations. These luxury items are not essential for survival but are desired for their status and quality.
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How does a luxury need become a basic and cultural need?
A luxury need can become a basic and cultural need through a process of social and economic change. As a luxury item becomes more accessible and widely adopted, it can transition from being seen as a luxury to being considered a basic necessity. Additionally, as a luxury item becomes deeply ingrained in a culture or society, it can become a symbol of status or identity, further solidifying its importance as a cultural need. Over time, the demand and expectation for the item may shift, leading to its classification as a basic and cultural need.
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How can I distinguish a luxury need from a cultural need?
A luxury need is something that is not essential for survival or well-being, but is desired for comfort, status, or enjoyment. It often involves expensive or high-quality items or experiences that are not necessary for basic living. On the other hand, a cultural need is something that is essential for maintaining one's cultural identity, traditions, or values. It may include things like religious practices, traditional clothing, or language preservation. Distinguishing between the two can be subjective and dependent on individual perspectives and cultural norms.
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Why is it difficult to distinguish between cultural needs and luxury needs?
It is difficult to distinguish between cultural needs and luxury needs because what may be considered a necessity in one culture may be seen as a luxury in another. Additionally, cultural needs are deeply ingrained in a society's traditions, values, and beliefs, making it challenging to objectively assess their importance. Furthermore, the line between cultural and luxury needs can be blurred by globalization and the influence of media, which can lead to the adoption of certain products or practices as essential when they may actually be considered luxury items in their original cultural context.
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