The Themed Space: Locating Culture; Nation; and Self is the first edited collection focused on the significance of the theme space. The first section of the text discusses the ways in which theming acts as a form of authenticity. Included are articles on the theme park Dollywood; the historic Coney Island; the uses of theming in Flagstaff; Arizona; and the Las Vegas Strip. Section two considers theming as a reflection of nation; and its authors focus on Chinese theme parks and shopping malls; the Lost City theme park in South Africa; and the Ain Diab resort district in Casablanca. The third section of the book illustrates how theming often targets the person—whether famous or everyday. The authors look at spaces ranging from the Liverpool John Lennon Airport; love hotels in Japan; and the Houston; Texas theme park AstroWorld. The final section emphasizes theming as a projection of the mind and psychology. The authors focus on behind-the-scenes tourism at Universal Studios and the Ford Rouge Factory Tour; the use of theming in unexpected spaces like Florida themed clinics; theming in virtual reality spaces of video games; and the social controversies related to theming in various parts of the world. The book includes a comprehensive bibliography on theming and a list of key terms. The Themed Space is of great interest to students of all levels and scholars of anthropology; urban studies and sociology.
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful. delightful. charmingBy vgrayI took up photography late in life and just a few years ago. I only shoot film and am always searching for new books about film photography (rare as they are). I pre-ordered this book with the suspicion that there would be at least some small tribute to film. I was completely ignorant of the young author - and his work as an actor. More important to me. . . he has an XPan!I did not expect to be so thoroughly charmed by this book. It is sweet and he is talented. His images (which appear to be all shot on film); are seriously GOOD. A nice mix of "urban"; "noir" and thoughtful portraits - plus much more. His words and poems are eloquent; touching; and I enjoy reading them as much as viewing the photos. I am so happy that Mr. Allen shared his very early photos and the stories behind them; because well; it is a delightful; relatable read and I am always interested in how "photographic journeys" begin. Thank you for sharing. Your book has inspired me. I hope there will be a 2nd someday. . .6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. worth every penny!By AmberAbsolutely amazing. I read it all in one sitting. Keegans photography is beautiful; even the photos he took as a 10 year old boy are mind blowing. The poetry/lyrics are just wow (made me cry) and it was really neat to get a glimpse at all the behind the scenes of filmmaking. I bought this book solely based on his photography from Instagram (the only thing I have ever seen him act in is Palo Alto) and Im blown away. You have a fan for life; Keegan.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Great... Personal and beautiful!By queensountiI love photography books and i love toby.. So when @keeoone books release world wide; i took the chance to grab it fast. Finished the book today and feel so much inspiring. This book not only picture; but he shares so many personal thoughts on it... Thats what make this book so special. Is not only beautiful to see but also easy and beautiful to read.. So even tho for people who doesnt fancy photography or Toby.. This book still worth to get and perfect accompanied to your morning coffee or tea while you listen to Photograph by ed sheeran..