Dissonant heritage : the management of the past as a resource in conflict

A lucid philosophical, theoretical, and practical guide to the creation of an authentic and realistic interpretation of heritage. Demonstrates how sensitivity and ethical approaches can be developed to present the actual history of concentration camps, atrocities, disease, death, and oppression without alienating the observer. Contains planning goals and advice to produce a thoughtful and sympathetic response and lasting understanding of the fate and consequences of real peoples and historic events. An examination of the current interest in the study of heritage, particularly in the tourist industry. This text attempts to identify and examine the heritage industry, offering a better understanding of the nature of heritage, its uses and economic, social, cultural and political impacts.