Mobilizing Fun: Provisioning Resources in Leisure Worlds

作者: Gary Alan Fine

DOI: 10.1123/SSJ.6.4.319

关键词: Sociology of leisureLeisure studiesPopularityPublic relationsLeagueEconomicsProvisioningCorporationResource mobilizationSocial movement

摘要: Despite the tendency to think of leisure activity in terms personal preferences, can also be understood ability organizations provide resources for participants. Drawing on resource mobilization approach social movements, I outline a theoretical approach, labeled Provisioning Theory, which attempts explain how use attract and retain Organizations must mobilize “fun” members if they are continue over time is increase popularity. After describing Theory applies voluntary subculture (mushroom collecting), examine two special cases provisioning resources: games that “owned” or controlled by corporation (Dungeons & Dragons) sports activities organized with multiple levels authority (Little League baseball).

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