Tourism and National Identity

<p>This book explores the role of tourism as a means to express 'nation' and 'nationhood'. Based on field research in southwest and central Scotland it shows how various historical accounts cultural icons and images events and celebrations create a meaning of the Scottish nation. It examines the narratives either explicit or implicit produced at heritage-related tourism sites and how these become interwoven with the ideology of a nation. This volume will be of use to researchers and students in tourism and heritage studies Scottish studies culture and identity nationalism and national identity; as well as to tourism and heritage industry professionals and policy-makers.</p>