Culture and cultural studies -- Culture, communication and representation -- Culture, power, globalization and inequality -- Consumption, collaboration and digital media -- Researching culture, communication and media -- Topographies of culture: geography, meaning and power -- Politics and culture -- Cultured bodies -- Audiences, fans, subcultures and postsubcultures -- Visual culture
The book emphasizes the significance of place and locality in the context of globalization, arguing that despite global interconnectedness, people's sense of belonging is deeply rooted in their local environments. It explores how identity and community are shaped by geographical factors, highlighting the enduring importance of local connections in an increasingly globalized world. Through various perspectives, it challenges the notion that globalization diminishes the relevance of local identities.