The creative economy permeates our everyday lives shaping where we live what we buy and how we interact with others. Looking at dimensions of people place policy and market forces the book offers a comprehensive perspective on arts and culture in both economic and social life. The book explores the multifaceted components that make up this complex field. Underlying this journey is the throughline of diversity equity and inclusion as watchwords of today’s global paradigm. Capital gentrification pay disparities and the hegemonic confines of cultural production are a few of the key issues analyzed. Using case studies and stories of artists and creatives from the worlds of fashion design music and the media arts the book also delves into gastronomy literature architecture and theatre-presenting a nuanced look at the ways in which the creative sector impacts the world today. Readers will benefit from features such as key takeaways discussion questions and activities throughout the chapters. Students scholars policymakers and the general public will find this a valuable resource. This book offers the reader a chance not only to understand the cultural and creative industries but to internalize its elements and embrace the creative spirit that imbues the sector. |The Creative Economy Arts Cultural Value and Society in Practice | Business