Theory and Practice in Heritage and Sustainability: Between past and future

This book explores cultural sustainability and its relationships to heritage from a wide interdisciplinary perspective, using case studies from many parts of Europe to demonstrate how the cultural values that people attach to place are enmeshed with issues of memory, identity, and aspiration. It provides an introductory framework to guide readers and a concluding section that outlines the potential contribution of the examples to future research, practice, and policy in cultural sustainability.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 218 pages
\n Publication date: 30 September 2020
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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This comprehensive book delves into the realm of cultural sustainability, exploring its intricate connections with heritage from a diverse interdisciplinary perspective. By examining the dynamic interactions between people and communities in their everyday environments, it showcases the multifaceted ways in which a people-centered heritage shapes identities and fosters collective memories. It advocates for a holistic view of heritage as a catalyst for human well-being and socially responsible policy, recognizing its role in promoting cultural sustainability.

The book is enriched with theoretically informed case studies conducted by renowned researchers from various parts of Europe, with a particular focus on regions such as the Baltic, central and southeastern Europe. These case studies vividly illustrate how the cultural values associated with places intertwine with issues of memory, identity, and aspiration, placing them at the core of sustainability discourse and practice. The contributors, many of whom are members of the COST Action "Investigating Cultural Sustainability," demonstrate a cohesive understanding of how cultural heritage contributes to sustainable development.

Through a series of compelling narratives, the book offers an introductory framework to guide readers, while a concluding section highlights the transferability and specificity of the case studies. It emphasizes the potential contributions of these examples to fostering a full cultural engagement with sustainable development. This book serves as a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners seeking to understand the complex interplay between culture, heritage, and sustainable development.

\n Weight: 370g\n
Dimension: 155 x 233 x 19 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367668860\n \n