Sociology of the Arts

This is a comprehensive overview of the sociology of art and an
authoritative work of scholarship by a leading expert in the field.
The international selection of perspectives, empirical research,
and case studies makes this book essential for teaching and
studying the sociology of art.

Synthesizes the various theoretical models of art
sociology.

Provides empirical examples of books, films, television shows,
dance, and music, as well as exemplars of sociological work on the
arts.

Discusses works from both fine and popular ends of the cultural
spectrum.

Explores how art is created, distributed, received, consumed,
and used by people who experience it.