Tourism, Magic and Modernity

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The book explores the transformation of La Réunion into a tourist destination, analyzing how local culture and social life are curated for visitor consumption. It presents the concept of the island as a "human garden," where residents are likened to "human flowers," symbolizing both authenticity and the complexities of history. Through this lens, the author critiques how tourism reshapes local identity and engages with themes of beauty, nature, and modernity, revealing the ambivalence faced by islanders in this commodified landscape.