Global Theme Park Industry (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781845932084)

Since the 1980s, the theme park industry has developed into a global phenomenon, with everything from large, worldwide theme parks to countless smaller ventures. From the first pleasure gardens to the global theme park companies, this book provides an understanding of the nature and function of theme parks as spaces of entertainment. Illustrated throughout by worldwide case studies, empirical data and practical examples, the book portrays the impacts of theme parks as global competitive actors, agents of global development and cultural symbols, particularly in the context of their role in the developing experience economy. In conclusion, this book is a practical guide to the planning and development of theme parks.

Author: Salvador Anton Clavé
ISBN-10: 1845932080
ISBN-13: 9781845932084
Publisher: Cab International
Language: English
Published: 04/16/2007
Pages: 480
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.80lbs
Size: 9.50h x 6.70w x 1.10d

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 11/01/2007 pg. 88