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Cultural law : international, comparative, and indigenous / James A.R. Nafziger, Robert K. Paterson, Alison Dundes Renteln.

By: Nafziger, James A. RContributor(s): Paterson, Robert K, 1946- | Renteln, Alison DundesPublication details: Cambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2010. Description: xxvii, 1012 p. ; 26 cmISBN: 9780521865500 (hbk.)Subject(s): Culture and law | Cultural property -- Protection -- Law and legislation | Multiculturalism -- Law and legislationLOC classification: K487. | C8N34 2010
Contents:
Cultural law : an introduction -- Culture and the law : the basics -- Cultural heritage law : introduction -- Cultural material : protection and cooperation -- Cultural material : rectification, criminal justice, and dispute resolution -- Intangible cultural heritage -- Museums -- Sports -- Religion -- Language and linguistic expression.
Summary: "A unique collection of materials and commentary on cultural law that demonstrates the reality and efficacy of comparative, international, and indigenous law and legal practices in the dynamic context of culture-related issues"--Provided by publisher.Summary: "Cultural law is a new and exciting field of study and practice. The core themes of linguistic and other cultural rights, cultural heritage, traditional crafts and knowledge, the performing arts, sports, and religion are of fundamental importance to people around the world, engaging them at the grass roots and often commanding their daily attention. The related legal processes are both significant and complex. This unique collection of materials and commentary on cultural law covers a broad range of themes. Opening chapters explore critical issues involving cultural activities, artifacts, and status as well as the fundamental concepts of culture and law. Subsequent chapters examine the dynamic interplay of law and culture with respect to each of the core themes. The materials demonstrate the reality and efficacy of comparative, international, and indigenous law and legal practices in the dynamic context of culture-related issues. Throughout the book, these issues are presented at multiple levels of legal authority: international, national, and subnational"--Provided by publisher.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.

Cultural law : an introduction -- Culture and the law : the basics -- Cultural heritage law : introduction -- Cultural material : protection and cooperation -- Cultural material : rectification, criminal justice, and dispute resolution -- Intangible cultural heritage -- Museums -- Sports -- Religion -- Language and linguistic expression.

"A unique collection of materials and commentary on cultural law that demonstrates the reality and efficacy of comparative, international, and indigenous law and legal practices in the dynamic context of culture-related issues"--Provided by publisher.

"Cultural law is a new and exciting field of study and practice. The core themes of linguistic and other cultural rights, cultural heritage, traditional crafts and knowledge, the performing arts, sports, and religion are of fundamental importance to people around the world, engaging them at the grass roots and often commanding their daily attention. The related legal processes are both significant and complex. This unique collection of materials and commentary on cultural law covers a broad range of themes. Opening chapters explore critical issues involving cultural activities, artifacts, and status as well as the fundamental concepts of culture and law. Subsequent chapters examine the dynamic interplay of law and culture with respect to each of the core themes. The materials demonstrate the reality and efficacy of comparative, international, and indigenous law and legal practices in the dynamic context of culture-related issues. Throughout the book, these issues are presented at multiple levels of legal authority: international, national, and subnational"--Provided by publisher.