Socio-Cultural Mobility and Mega-Events

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Focusing on Brazil's 2014 World Cup, this interdisciplinary book investigates the socio-cultural challenges posed by mega-events. It critically analyzes the aesthetics and ethics of mobilities, delving into the complexities of the bidding process, host expectations, and the interplay of artistic representations with national identity. The text also addresses the widespread reactions from activist circles, highlighting concerns over overspending and human rights violations, thus revealing the contentious nature of mega-events in contemporary society.