Interpretation of visual arts across societies and political culture : emerging research and opportunities / Mika Markus Merviö.

The changing role of art and interpretations of art in contemporary societies
Contested ideas about art, culture and tradition
Ideology, artistic impression and freedom of expression : diversity of political cultures and the richness of human culture and mind
Culture wars : cases illustrating the relationship between visual art and politics in various parts of the world
Traditional and modern art
Future of visual arts and their social role. Art reaching to the future and finding new ways of expression.