Mass Leisure
Definition
Mass leisure refers to the widespread availability and consumption of recreational activities by large numbers of people, particularly during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This was a result of increased free time due to industrialization and urbanization.
Related terms
Amusement Parks: These are outdoor areas where large crowds can engage in various forms of entertainment such as rides, games, shows etc. They became popular during this period as part of mass leisure.
Music Halls: A type of British theatrical entertainment that was popular between the early Victorian era circa 1850 and World War I. It involved a mixture of popular songs, comedy, speciality acts and variety entertainment.
Working Class Leisure: This term refers to the types of recreational activities that were accessible and affordable for working-class individuals during this period. It includes things like attending music halls or visiting public parks.
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AP European History - 6.3 Second-Wave Industrialization and Its Effects
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