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"The goals of the book are threefold: 1- Develop a rich conceptual debate around tourism consumption's impact on human rights. 2- The introduction to successful study cases where tourism contributes positively to the human rights 3- To lay the foundations for a new understanding of human rights involving hosts and guests"--

"The world of the 21st century develops between the paradox of the coexistence of millions of human beings deprived of speech, unable to express their ideas, their feelings or their desires, and millions of people who communicate permanently from their mobile devices. These new experiences, sensibilities, and emotional narratives have a particular flavor and color depending on the place in which they are produced. This book tries to answer the question about the proximity and distances between the technologies, communications, and narratives produced in different times/spaces on the planet. This book aims to focus on the close relationship between new technologies and the narrative of emotions, showing their implications for identity construction and political action. The book is divided into three discontinuous but interconnected parts. The first addresses, from various theoretical perspectives, the epochal transformations that are taking place at the crossroads between the new century, the Covid-19 pandemic, the 4.0 "revolution", and the creation, reproduction, and criticism of the elaboration of narratives. The second makes evident the impact of the features of this "new era" in and through communication products and technologies where television series, artificial intelligence, and new forms of power are superimposed. The third and final part focuses on pointing out how in the studies of images, the analysis of social policies, and creativity/expressiveness is a way to capture sensibilities, where the connections between emotions and narratives clearly appear in the scenario of 4.0 inquiry strategies"--

This book investigates the interconnections between populism and neoliberalism through the lens of postcolonialism. Its primary focus is to build a distinct understanding of the concept of populism as a political movement in the twenty-first century, interwoven with the lasting effects of colonialism. This volume particularly aims to fill the gap in the current literature by establishing a clear-cut connection between populism and postcolonialism. It sees populism as a contemporary and collective political response to the international crisis of the nation-state's limited capacity to deal with the burst of global capitalism into everyday life. Writings on Ecuador, Colombia, Chile, Brazil, Italy, France and Argentina offer regional perspectives which, in turn, provide the reader with a deepened global view of the main features of the multiple and complex relations between postcoloniality and populism. This book will be of interest to sociologists, anthropologists and political scientists as well as postgraduate students who are interested in the problem of populism in the days of postcolonialism.

This volume brings together well-versed authors from four continents to critically discuss the roots of neoliberalism and how academics use the word today. Neoliberalism has recently recycled and mutated towards new forms of radicalization where fear plays a leading role legitimating policies, which would otherwise be overtly neglected by citizens. The authors ignite a new discussion within social sciences, combining the advances of sociology, history, anthropology, communication and the theory of mobilities to understand the different faces and guises of neoliberalism. Adrian Scribano is Director of the Centre for Sociological Research and Studies (CIES) and Principal Researcher at the National Council for Scientific and Technical Research of Argentina. Freddy Timmermann Lopez is Senior Lecturer at Catholic University Silva Henriquez, Chile. Maximiliano E. Korstanje is Senior Lecturer in the Economics Department, University of Palermo, Argentina, and Fellow at CERS University of Leeds, UK, and University of Havana, Cuba.

Dying to Eat: Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Food, Death, and the Afterlife, Candi K. Cann (ed.) (2017) Lexington: University Press of Kentucky, 208 pp., ISBN 978-0-81317-471-6, h/bk, $65.00
Royal Events: Rituals. Innovations, Meanings Jennifer Laing and Warwick Frost (2018) Abingdon: Routledge, xi + 250 pp., ISBN 978-1-13811-981-9, h/bk, £105
An Anthropological Study of Hospitality: The Innkeeper and the Guest, Amitai Touval (2017) New York, Palgrave Macmillan, 88 pp., ISBN 978-3-31942-049-3, h/bk, £49.00

When the world seems poised on the brink of a never ending cycle of terrorism, the present paper polemically explores some of its historical roots. The first anarcho-terrorists in 19th century, fought to improve the working conditions of people. Some of them used violent tools, hosting civilians as targets. Others, convinced by the futility of their efforts to change the order, opted for organizing workers in factories. It is widely accepted that tourism came from the social, political, technological developments in the nineteenth century. We compare terrorist attacks with workers' strikes, because they come from the same developments. We explore the thesis that tourism is terrorism by other means.

In an ever-changing world which characterizes by the decline of hospitality, the anthropological insight is essentially vital to envisage the future of Western civilization. Amitai Touval adventures to reach a much deeper and better understanding of hospitality; en his recently-published book, [An anthropological study of Hospitality: the innkeeper and the guest], which is formed by two chapters, he offers a more than interesting argument. The first chapter, which entitles The Inkeeper, speaks us of his experiences in Eastern Germany. Rather, the second one goes through the evolution of hospitality in the digital media as well as virtual world. In so far as technology monopolizes hospitality, the guest-host relations are more impersonal. The author discusses critically the limitations of Airbnb.

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Reinventing the Local in Tourism: Producing, Consuming and Negotiating Place, Antonio Paolo Russo and Greg Richards (2016) Bristol/ Buffalo, NY: Channel View Publications, xviii + 269 pp., ISBN: 9781845415686, p/bk, $59.99
The Routledge Handbook of Hospitality Studies, Conrad Lashley (ed.) (2017) Abingdon: Routledge, xv + 442 pp., ISBN: 9781138931121, h/bk, £150.00
Food and Drink Tourism: Principles and Practices, Sally Everett (2016) London: Sage, 464 pp., ISBN: 9781446267721, p/bk, £24.67
Mega Events as Economies of the Imagination: Creating atmospheres for Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020, Rodanthi Tzanelli (2018) Abingdon: Routledge, 234 pp., ISBN: 9781138300286, h/bk, £105.00

"In the sector of global tourism, a critical challenge has taken center stage - the imperative for sustainable transformation. The World Tourism Organization has declared the theme for World Tourism Day 2025 as "Tourism and Sustainable Transformation," shedding light on the urgency to address multifaceted challenges that transcend conventional paradigms. The discourse has evolved beyond the traditional bounds of environmental sustainability, extending its reach to encompass social equality, cultural preservation, and economic viability. The tourism sector's pivotal role in achieving the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030 underscores the intricate interplay between tourism and pressing global issues such as poverty, gender inequality, and environmental degradation. Against this backdrop of urgency and complexity, the book titled Achieving Sustainable Transformation in Tourism and Hospitality Sectors offers a comprehensive exploration into viable practices necessary for inclusive, equitable, and responsible tourism.This book serves as a vital contribution to the ongoing dialogue surrounding sustainable tourism. With a focus on inclusivity, equity, and responsibility, it delves into the intricate relationship between tourism and sustainable transformation. It goes beyond mere rhetoric, providing a nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities that lie at the intersection of tourism and global sustainability goals. As the global community grapples with disparities, this book becomes a timely and indispensable resource. Policymakers, academicians, researchers, and industry practitioners are invited to contribute to this collective effort, laying the groundwork for a more sustainable and responsible future within the realms of tourism and hospitality.With a diverse array of recommended topics spanning community-based tourism, ecotourism, inclusive development, sustainable employment, and aviation, this book positions itself as an essential guide for those committed to addressing the challenges of our time. By presenting case studies, policy research, and insights into responsible tourism practices, it equips readers with the knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of sustainable transformation. As the global community strives for a more equitable future, this book offers a roadmap for shaping responsible and inclusive growth within the tourism and hospitality sectors."--