Civil society has become a subject of frequent discussion. It is called upon to protect democracy, stimulate political life, and help to solve many of the world’s problems, while at the same time also providing tangible services. But what truly lies behind this term? This Handbook discusses...

A critical evaluation of the central debates within leisure studies, this text looks at both management theories and leisure management, as well as historical debates on key issues such as rational recreation, public service broadcasting and tourism

Introduction -- Digital data -- Social media: definition and uses -- Digital methods for qualitative research -- Online social formations -- Digital tools -- Social network analysis -- Content analysis -- Conclusion

In this book, participation in the arts is analyzed as a substantial contributory factor to European citizenship, and also as a tool for improving individual and societal wellbeing through educational and inclusive policies. It offers an up-to-date overview of ongoing research on the measurement...