Cultural Policy and Cultural Diversity

This comprehensive examination of cultural policy offers a critical framework for understanding how governments and institutions shape cultural expression in diverse societies. Bennett explores the complex relationship between policy-making and cultural diversity, analyzing how official approaches can either support or suppress pluralistic expression across different national contexts. The work provides a thorough investigation of the political mechanisms that determine which cultural forms receive institutional support and recognition.

What distinguishes this analysis is its global perspective, drawing on case studies from multiple countries to illustrate how cultural policies impact everything from artistic funding to heritage preservation. Readers interested in cultural studies, political science, and social justice will find valuable insights into the power dynamics that govern cultural representation. The book ultimately challenges us to reconsider how policy can better serve increasingly diverse populations in an interconnected world.