The book "Local Community Involvement and Participation in Tourism Development" offers a comprehensive analysis of the role of communities in tourism development. It highlights the challenges and opportunities of involving local communities in decision-making processes and the distribution of benefits to promote the sustainability of the tourism industry and contribute to poverty alleviation. By combining quantitative and qualitative data collected during a two-month field study in Tanzania, the author, Muganda Michael, provides valuable insights into the practical aspects of community participation. The book is aimed at a wide audience, including tourism researchers, students, tourism managers, as well as government and non-governmental organizations engaged in the integration of local communities into tourism development.