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Kraus' Recreation and Leisure in Modern Society by Amy Hurd and Daniel McLean (2014, Trade Paperback)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherJones & Bartlett Learning, LLC

ISBN-101284034100

ISBN-139781284034103

eBay Product ID (ePID)169974815

Product Key Features

Number of Pages346 Pages

Publication NameKraus' Recreation and Leisure in Modern Society

LanguageEnglish

SubjectDevelopmental / Child, General, Teaching Methods & Materials / Health & Sexuality

Publication Year2014

FeaturesRevised

TypeTextbook

AuthorAmy Hurd, Daniel Mclean

Subject AreaSports & Recreation, Social Science, Education, Psychology

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.5 in

Item Weight23.1 Oz

Item Length10.8 in

Item Width8.4 in

Additional Product Features

Edition Number10

Dewey Edition22

Dewey Decimal790/.097

Edition DescriptionRevised edition

Table Of ContentChapter1 Recreation and Leisure Chapter2 Basic Concepts Chapter3 Early History of Recreation and Leisure Chapter4 Recreation and Leisure in the Modern Era Chapter5 Leisure Motivation Chapter6 Sociocultural Factors Affecting Leisure Chapter7 Social Functions of Community Recreation Chapter8 The Leisure-Service System Chapter9 Specialized Leisure-Service Areas Chapter10 Travel and Tourism Chapter11 Sport as Leisure Chapter12 Leisure as Profession Chapter13 Future Perspectives of Recreation and Leisure

SynopsisWith a new full-color design with perforated worksheets, the Tenth Edition of Kraus' Recreation and Leisure in Modern Society provides a detailed introduction to the history, developments, and current trends in leisure studies. It addresses contemporary issues facing the recreation and leisure profession and focuses on challenges and opportunities that impact the profession now as well as years from now. Extensive research into emerging trends helps support the text and provide insights into the future. Focusing on the ten different types of organizations --ranging from nonprofit community organizations and armed forces recreation to sports management and travel and tourism sponsors -- this classic text text is an invaluable resource for students considering a career in the recreation and leisure industry. New to the Tenth Edition: - Discusses how specific trends, such as dramatic shifts in population make-up, the impact of technology, and marketing affect leisure-service systems and the recreation and park professions. - Focus on the role of parks and recreation on the health and wellness of our communities as well as means to combat the obesity epidemic in North America. - Includes new case studies which allow students to apply knowledge of technology in leisure, identify the value and benefits of play, and recognize the changing family structures of our modern society.