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Superstars

In: A Handbook of Cultural Economics, Second Edition

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  • Günther G. Schulze

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The second edition of this widely acclaimed and extensively cited collection of original contributions by specialist authors reflects changes in the field of cultural economics over the last eight years. Thoroughly revised chapters alongside new topics and contributors bring the Handbook up to date, taking into account new research, literature and the impact of new technologies in the creative industries.

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  • Günther G. Schulze, 2011. "Superstars," Chapters, in: Ruth Towse (ed.), A Handbook of Cultural Economics, Second Edition, chapter 56, Edward Elgar Publishing.
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