This book, Mass Tourism in a Small World, edited by David Harrison, provides a comprehensive review of mass tourism across various dimensions. The text delves into theoretical perspectives such as political economy, ethics, sustainability, and environmentalism, placing these concepts within the broader historical context of travel and tourism. It also addresses current challenges faced by domestic, intra-regional, and international mass tourism. As global tourism continues to expand, this in-depth study is crucial for understanding and implementing best practices.

The book offers a unique contribution by being the first to explore a wide array of theoretical issues related to mass tourism through practical case studies. These include the historical rise and fall of UK seaside resorts, the burgeoning trend of Chinese tourism, conflicts between various mass tourism groups, shifts in destination from mass to niche tourism, and specific challenges encountered by cruise ships.

With contributions from a diverse group of international authors, the book provides a global perspective on mass tourism. It concludes with a speculative chapter that identifies potential future trends and challenges in this dynamic field. This makes it an invaluable resource for researchers and students involved in tourism studies.