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Sally Ann Ness

    Body, Movement, and Culture
    Where Asia Smiles
    Choreographies of Landscape
    • 2016

      Choreographies of Landscape

      Signs of Performance in Yosemite National Park

      • 188 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Focusing on the experiences of visitors to Yosemite National Park, this book presents an ethnographic and performative study that explores human connections with natural landscapes. Utilizing a unique "eco-semiotic" analysis, it delves into the lived realities of parkgoers, revealing unexpected insights. The work bridges various disciplines, including performance studies and cultural geography, making it a compelling read for those interested in the interplay between nature and human experience.

      Choreographies of Landscape
    • 2002

      Where Asia Smiles

      An Ethnography of Philippine Tourism

      • 328 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      The book explores the complex relationship between local communities in the Philippines and the influx of tourists, highlighting the tension between cultural preservation and economic dependence on tourism. Through vivid descriptions and insightful analysis, it delves into the struggles faced by residents who both resent and rely on visitors, revealing the nuanced dynamics of this global issue.

      Where Asia Smiles