Dimensionen und Determinanten der Freizeit

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The book explores the sociological aspects of leisure, beginning with methodological considerations and the objectives of the study. It defines leisure, arguing that it cannot be seen as mere individual choice but is shaped by structured internal and external factors. The text examines the historical development of leisure, its economic implications, and how work is perceived in highly industrialized societies, highlighting the relationship between work and leisure. It discusses the evolution of social stratification and introduces the concept of a 'New Leisure Class,' analyzing its social implications and potential roles for other groups. The work further delves into the dimensions of leisure, identifying characteristics and functions of various leisure activities and constructing a multidimensional model based on these activities. It reviews findings from other studies that link the frequency of leisure activities to independent variables and investigates the structures of leisure behavior within social contexts through a profile-cluster analysis of 74 context variables and 22 leisure activities. The conclusion offers final reflections on the study's findings, supported by a comprehensive bibliography.