"* Provides a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary introduction to public policy and planning in the fields of leisure and tourism* Covers policy-making and planning as carried out by governments and associated agencies* Contains guidelines for leisure and tourism planning, methodology and performance measurementThis book is an updated edition of "Leisure Policy and Planning" (Longman, 1994), now covering tourism as well as leisure, and add ..."
Routledge Library Editions Leisure Studies: Leisure and the Future (Volume 11) by A. J. Veal Hardcover, 206 Pages, Published 2019 by Routledge ISBN-13: 978-0-367-13737-3, ISBN: 0-367-13737-2
"This book will be of value to students of leisure studies, recreation studies and public policy, to policy makers and planners working in the field, and to all those who have an interest in understanding what is happening to leisure and ..."
"Boothby, J. Borg, I. Borman, K. M., 2nd Bostock, J. Botkin, M. R., 2 rd Botterill, D.,
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"A. J. Veal. Power and Politics at the Olympic Games (London: Pluto). Touraine, A.
(1974), The Post-Industrial Society (London: Wildwood House). Tourism and
Recreation Research Unit (eds) (1982), Work and Leisure: The Implications of ..."
"A. J. Veal. resisted the temptation to superimpose a narrative where, given the
lack of cross-referencing between sources, none exists. The second, and
arguably more important, aim is to address the state of the 'struggle for time' in the
current ..."
"What leisure? Has it always been like this? Annals of Leisure Research, 8(4),
207–27. Foley, C. (2001). Revellers, Ornaments and Angels: British and Colonial
Origins of Women's Leisure in Australia. PhD thesis, University of Technology,
Sydney. Gartner, A. (1992). Robin Boyd's social images. Transition, 38, 86–95.
Halkett, I. P. B. (1978). The recreational use of private gardens. Journal of Leisure
Research, 10(1), 13–20. Hall, T. ..."
"The idea of a ‘leisure society’ was in its heyday in the 1960s and 1970s, when it was predicted that the pattern of falling working hours which had been experienced in Western societies in the first half of the twentieth century would continue indefinitely. The leisure society has clearly not been realised. On the contrary: contemporary industrial societies seem to be characterised by a shortage of time, experienced as ‘time squeeze’ an ..."
Leisure and the Future by Veal, AJ Trade Paperback, Published 2020 by Routledge ISBN-13: 978-0-367-13738-0, ISBN: 0-367-13738-0
"Research can be a challenging but rewarding activity. All degree-level students studying sport, and all effective professionals working in the sport sector need to have a sound understanding of research methods and how to critically interpret research findings. This broad-ranging, in-depth and practical textbook introduces research methods for students on sport-related degree courses, outlining the knowledge and practical skills needed ..."
"Research can be a challenging but rewarding activity. All degree-level students studying sport, and all effective professionals working in the sport sector need to have a sound understanding of research methods and how to critically interpret research findings. This broad-ranging, in-depth and practical textbook introduces research methods for students on sport-related degree courses, outlining the knowledge and practical skills needed ..."
"This best selling text offers a practical guide to the methodology and techniques of conducting research in Leisure and Tourism. Covering both qualitative and quantitative methods, this completely revised and updated third edition is essential reading for all students and leisure managers evaluating and planning the services they offer."
The Veal House A Family Refuge for Furry Friends by Pat J. Veal Paperback, Published 2019 by Covenant Books ISBN-13: 978-1-64471-946-6, ISBN: 1-64471-946-0
" Research Methods for Arts and Event Management provides a compelling and comprehensive guide to research methods for undergraduate and postgraduate students in arts and event management, as well as for managers in the arts/culture/events industries. This book provides students and practising managers with the following: • Essential skills in designing their own qualitative and quantitative research studies that can be implemented ..."
"This comprehensive, multi-disciplinary introduction to public policy and planning as carried out by governments and associated agencies covers the rights of the person as a citizen in terms of their needs and requirements for leisure, travel and sport, and the role of the state and market in meeting these needs. Expanded to include sport as a subject separate from leisure, this new edition of the successful Leisure and Tourism Policy an ..."
"The book includes theoretical perspectives and practical guidelines for the application of a range of analytical techniques, such as planning techniques, demand forecasting and performance appraisal."
Left Alone by Darla J. Veal Paperback, 70 Pages, Published 2003 by Rosedog Pr ISBN-13: 978-0-8059-9228-1, ISBN: 0-8059-9228-6
"As the pace of life increases and the effects of globalisation invade more and more areas of everyday life, free time becomes an increasingly precious resource. For those who are experiencing a shortage of free time - a 'time-squeeze' - and for the growing numbers looking forward to abundant free time in retirement, leisure has never been more vital for ensuring individual and social health and wellbeing and the enhancement of social ca ..."