Intangible Cultural Heritage Under National and International Law

Going Beyond the 2003 UNESCO Convention

• Author(s): Marie Cornu, Anita Vaivade, Lily Martinet, Clea Hance,
• Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
• Pages: 224
• ISBN_10: 1839100036
  ISBN_13: 9781839100031
  
• Language: en
• Categories: Law / International , Law / Intellectual Property / General , Political Science / Public Policy / Cultural Policy , Social Science / Anthropology / Cultural & Social ,

Description:... This illuminating book offers an authoritative analysis of the legal issues relating to safeguarding intangible cultural heritage. Taking a critical approach, it provides a unique insight into the impact of international and national law on the present and future safeguarding processes of intangible cultural heritage. Expert contributors draw on the results of an international study conducted in 26 countries to illustrate how domestic laws comprehend the notion of intangible cultural heritage. The book explores the relationship that these states maintain with the safeguarding of intangible cultural heritage and highlight challenging concepts.