On Interpretation: Sociology for Interpreters of Natural and Cultural / Edition 1

by Gary E. Machlis

Overview

Widely used by the National Park Service and other organizations to train interpreters and other recreational professionals, this book shows how interpretation and sociology can be useful partners. Includes essays on cultural diversity in the U.S., gender-bias in museums, interpreting war and peace, eco-tourism, and other topics.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780870713651
Publisher:	Oregon State University Press
Publication date:	05/01/1992
Edition description:	REVISED
Pages:	320
Product dimensions:	(w) x (h) x 0.90(d)

Editorial Reviews

Revised and expanded text-reference (first published in 1984) on the application of an interpretive, Weberian sociology to benefit the interpretation service offered to visitors of parks, wildlife refuges, museums, zoos, aquariums, and other such leisure places. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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