MacLeod, Nicola E ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7504-2270 (2026) Literary tourism. In: Timothy, Dallen, (ed.) Reference Module in Social Sciences (Comprehensive Foundations of Tourism). Elsevier - ScienceDirect, Amsterdam, Netherlands, pp. 1-12. (doi:10.1016/B978-0-443-27698-9.00086-6)

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Abstract

This chapter examines literary tourism as a form of cultural travel, shaped by the relationships that exist between literature, place, and the imagination. It traces its historical evolution from pilgrimages and the Grand Tour to contemporary practices and defines key concepts and typologies. The chapter analyses major literary tourism forms, including biographical sites, imaginative landscapes, socially constructed attractions, places of literary reputation, and tours and trails. It also considers stakeholders, issues of authenticity and commodification, and the growing influence of media and technology. The chapter ends by highlighting literary tourism’s adaptability and its future which will be shaped by digital innovation and sustainable practice. This will ensure that tourism will continue to engage with stories, authors and readers to create meaningful places.

Item Type:	Book Section
Additional Information:	The manuscript/PDF identifies the work as a chapter entitled Literary Tourism by Nicola E. MacLeod, published by Elsevier Ltd. in 2026 with DOI 10.1016/B978-0-443-27698-9.00086-6. The PDF header refers to Comprehensive Foundations of Tourism. However, external verification suggests the chapter may also be disseminated through the Reference Module in Social Sciences. Before final catalogue enhancement, verify the host publication title, editor(s), ISBN, and publication place against the official Elsevier record or ScienceDirect landing page.
Uncontrolled Keywords:	biographical sites, fiction, imaginative sites, literary reputation, literary tourism, literary tourist, literary tours, literary trails, literature, media tourism, writers
Subjects:	G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GV Recreation Leisure H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor
Faculty / School / Research Centre / Research Group:	Greenwich Business School Greenwich Business School > School of Management and Marketing Greenwich Business School > Tourism and Marketing Research Centre (TMRC)
Last Modified:	15 Sep 2026 09:07
URI:	https://gala.gre.ac.uk/id/eprint/54405

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