Wang, J (2023) An investigation on public participation of cultural heritage protection in China's small cities. PhD thesis, Bath Spa University.
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Abstract
This research investigates the relationship between public participation and cultural heritage protection in small cities in China, with a focus on exploring the potential of integrating economic theory into cultural heritage preservation. The study is motivated by the global importance of cultural heritage, the diverse perspectives on heritage preservation, and the significance of public involvement in safeguarding heritage. The research aims to address the challenges and complexities associated with cultural heritage preservation and examine the applicability of the "triple bottom line" theory in economics to sociology. The research objectives are to identify the main problems of public participation in cultural heritage protection in China, understand the relationship between practice and theory in cultural heritage preservation, and explore the potential of economic theory in serving sociology. The research methodology involves a combination of qualitative and comparative analysis approaches, including literature review, comparative analysis, case studies, interviews, surveys, and data analysis. The findings from the research contribute to knowledge by exploring social constructivism and the integration of economic theory into cultural heritage preservation. The study provides insights into the main problems of public participation in cultural heritage protection in China under current political, economic, and social conditions. Additionally, it examines the relationship between public participation and local urban development through the lens of social constructivism. Furthermore, the research explores the potential of applying the "triple bottom line" theory in economics to serve sociology, particularly in the context of cultural heritage preservation. By addressing these research questions, the study offers recommendations and insights for effective cultural heritage preservation strategies, public participation frameworks, and the application of sustainable development principles. The findings can inform policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders involved in heritage preservation, contributing to the development of sustainable and inclusive models of cultural heritage protection in small cities in China. Overall, this research aims to contribute to the existing body of knowledge on cultural heritage preservation and promote the sustainable safeguarding of cultural heritage for future generations.
| Item Type: | Thesis (PhD) |
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| Keywords: | cultural heritage, cultural heritage protection, cultural heritage preservation, public involvement, public participation, China, Triple Bottom Line theory, economic theory, sociology, qualitative, comparative analysis, case studies, social constructivism, local urban development |
| Divisions: | Bath Business School |
| Identification Number: | https://doi.org/10.17870/bathspa.00015897 |
| Date Deposited: | 06 Dec 2023 12:57 |
| Last Modified: | 07 Dec 2023 17:30 |
| URI / Page ID: | https://researchspace.bathspa.ac.uk/id/eprint/15897 |
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