“If the only new thing we have to offer is an improved version of the past, then today can only be inferior to yesterday. Hypnotized by images of the past, we risk losing all capacity for creative change.”
Quote by Robert Hewison
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The heritage industry: Britain in a climate of decline
This book delves into the complexities of the heritage industry in Britain, examining its role in cultural preservation and economic development amidst a backdrop of societal decline. more
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Robert Hewison
Robert Hewison, born on June 2, 1943, is a British writer whose works span across various fields, including art criticism, literary criticism, and historical research. more
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