Exploring Cultural Value presents ground breaking new research on the use of the cultural value lens to explain and investigate those areas of society where art and culture can have an impact or add value, beyond economic measures. The book develops and advances existing concepts around cultural value, and thus provides a deeper understanding of the place of cultural works in social and economic structures. Contributions bridge academic approaches and the current discourse of policy-makers, with sections exploring ways of thinking about cultural value, current developments in the field and challenges for the future. Key themes illustrated through include alternative conceptual frameworks of cultural value, cross-cultural/national/regional/urban perspectives, evidence from practice, and discussion of how the challenge of inequality of access to the arts and culture can be addressed. Exploring Cultural Value combines academic research, case studies and practitioner perspectives, making a robust and accessible contribution grounded in the real world practice. It is a crucial resource for academics, practitioners and policy makers with an interest in tracing the social and economic value of cultural practices.

Book Information
ISBN 9781789735161
Author Kim Lehman
Format Hardback
Page Count 300
Imprint Emerald Publishing Limited
Publisher Emerald Publishing Limited
Weight(grams) 152g