Tourism Studies and the Social Sciences

Based upon a social science approach to understanding the significance of tourism in contemporary society, Andrew Holden's fascinating book highlights a variety of topical issues and provides a wider understanding of tourism in society.

Andrew Holden is Principal Research Fellow at the Department of Leisure and Recreation, University of Luton, UK.

Introduction: Tourism as a Multi-Disciplinary and Trans-Disciplinary Area of Study 1. A Historical Geography of Tourism 2. Sociology and Tourism 3. Psychology and Tourism 4. Economics and Tourism 5. Political Economy and Tourism Development . Anthropology and Tourism 7. Environmental Studies and Tourism 8. Emerging Themes and Tourism