{"title":"Donald Getz","description":"\u003cp\u003eDonald Getz’s works delve into the intricate study of events, offering readers a thorough exploration of event management and its wider societal impacts. His writings are grounded in research and provide valuable insights for students and professionals alike within the fields of tourism, hospitality, and event planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese books serve as essential references for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of event dynamics, from conceptual frameworks to practical applications. Expect clear, well-structured discussions that balance academic rigour with accessible language, making them suitable educational resources.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"event-studies-by-stephen-j-page-9781032448633","title":"Event Studies","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully updated and revised in its fifth edition, \u003cem\u003eEvent Studies\u003c\/em\u003e remains the most comprehensive book devoted to developing knowledge and theory about event management and event tourism, focusing on the study of events, the event experience, and meanings associated with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInternational in scope and embellished with useful figures and tables throughout, the authors carefully examine current forces, trends, and issues, including impacts of the pandemic. All the major types of planned events are profiled, with emphasis on their forms, functions, experiential dimensions, meanings, and values. 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