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Informationen zum Autor Wanda Rushing is professor of sociology at the University of Memphis. Klappentext Using Memphis as a case study, Rushing explores the significance of place in a globalizing age. Challenging the view that globalization renders place generic or insignificant, Rushing argues that cultural and economic distinctiveness persists in part because of global processes, not in spite of them. Rushing weaves her analysis into stories about the history and global impact of blues music, the social and racial complexities of Cotton Carnival, and the global rise of FedEx, headquartered in Memphis. She portrays Memphis as a site of cultural creativity and global industry--a city whose traditions, complex past, and specific character have had an influence on culture worldwide. Zusammenfassung Celebrated as the home of the blues and the birthplace of rock and roll! Memphis! Tennessee! is where Elvis Presley! B B King! Johnny Cash! and other musical legends got their starts. Using this iconic southern city as a case study! this title explores the significance of place in a globalizing age.
