This text provides a foundation for the study of leisure and of those organizations that deliver leisure services. Intended for both graduate and postgraduate students of leisure studies and recreation management, it aims to offer an analysis of the societal factors influencing leisure, and to helping students understand how leisure services are organized and delivered by government, non-profit and commercial agencies. Features of this book include: a comprehensive approach, a thorough introduction to the leisure industry; a discussion of strategies for professional career development; and a consideration of contemporary concepts, supported by numerous examples from professional practice.
- ISBN10 0697132323
- ISBN13 9780697132321
- Publish Date 1 March 1995
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 24 October 2001
- Publish Country US
- Publisher McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
- Imprint Brown (William C.) Co ,U.S.
- Format Paperback
- Pages 448
- Language English