This edited collection explores Positive Sociology of Leisure (PSL) as a
subfield relating to leisure studies, sociology of leisure, and
sociology of happiness.
Defined as an area of research that examines social aspects of leisure
life with a focus on the optimal functioning of relationship, group,
community, organization, and other social units, PSL differs from more
critical forms of sociology in that its starting point is social
positives.
The contributions draw on a range of diverse disciplinary backgrounds to
consider various meanings of leisure across themes such as: ageing; sex,
sexuality and family; community, youth, and education; and arts and
creativity.
Positive Sociology of Leisure will be a key reference within the field
of sociology of leisure, as well as an important introductory book for
those interested in leisure studies.