Stefano, Michelle L. edt Davis, Peter edt Davis, Peter oth Stefano, Michelle L. oth text xx Taylor & Francis 2017 monographic eng 1 online resource This collection provides an in-depth and up-to-date examination of the concept of Intangible Cultural Heritage and the issues surrounding its value to society. Critically engaging with the UNESCO 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage, the book also discusses local-level conceptualizations of living cultural traditions, practices and expressions, and reflects on the efforts that seek to safeguard them. Exploring a global range of case studies, the book considers the diverse perspectives currently involved with intangible cultural heritage and presents a rich picture of the geographic, socioeconomic and political contexts impacting research in this area. With contributions from established and emerging scholars, public servants, professionals, students and community members, this volume is also deeply enhanced by an interdisciplinary approach which draws on the theories and practices of heritage and museum studies, anthropology, folklore studies, ethnomusicology, and the study of cultural policy and related law. The Routledge Companion to Intangible Cultural Heritage undoubtedly broadens the international heritage discourse and is an invaluable learning tool for instructors, students and practitioners in the field. Free-to-read Unrestricted online access star All rights reserved http://oapen.org/content/about-rights English Archaeology Cultural Heritage; ICH; museum studies; museums; identity; folklore; cultural studies; community; place; intellectual property; UNESCO-ICH; 2003 Convention; cultural tradition 9780367872076 9781138860551 9781315716404 https://directory.doabooks.org/handle/20.500.12854/90733 https://directory.doabooks.org/handle/20.500.12854/90733 Free-to-read All rights reserved oapen 220805 20260305123949.0 doab90733