Ian Heath

The Representation of Islam in British Museums

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

In addressing the subject of the representation of Islam in museums, this work undertakes to examine both its production and consumption. The production of representation and the creation of identity are achieved in museums through the medium of the display of material, whilst consumption occurs through the medium of visiting and the meaning made by visitors. In order to evaluate such production displays of Islamic material in museums are the subject of critical analysis. This research has a qualitative element and seeks to tap into the perceptions of museum visitors of current museum displays. Given the role played by museums in the construction of identity the questions underpinning this are firstly, what are the messages they receive about the world of Islam and secondly, what do these displays say about the Islamic world past and present?

Produktdetails

• Verlag: British Archaeological Reports Oxford Ltd
• Seitenzahl: 216
• Erscheinungstermin: 15. Juni 2007
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 297mm x 210mm x 14mm
• Gewicht: 844g
• ISBN-13: 9781407300771
• ISBN-10: 1407300776
• Artikelnr.: 48194772

Autorenporträt

Dr Helmut Schuster is a dual Austrian/British citizen who lives in London, UK. He is the former Group HR Director of BP PLC. Helmut is currently Chairman of the Board of Ivoclar Vivadent AG, an active entrepreneur, investor, and frequent contributor to leadership and AFS Intercultural programs. Helmut was awarded his doctorate in Economics from the University of Vienna.