Inside the Mouse: Work and Play at Disney World, The Project on Disney

Inside the Mouse: Disney World and the Cultural Imagination is a thought-provoking and engaging book that delves into the architecture, design, consumer practices, and cultural significance of Disney World.

Written for both general readers and scholars, this book offers a unique perspective on the "happiest place on earth" by examining it as both a private corporate enterprise and a public urban environment.

Through interviews with workers and a behind-the-scenes look at everyday experience at Disney World, the authors explore the high-pressure dynamics of family vacations and the ways in which Disney World reflects and shapes American leisure culture.

With over 50 photographs and a timely assessment of the strength of the Disney cultural monolith, Inside the Mouse is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the complex and multifaceted world of Disney.