Overview

An introduction to human geography provides a comprehensive overview of the major topics within human geography, including settlements, population, resources, the economy, consumption, citizenship, culture, society, the politics of place and globalisation. Coherent and substantial chapters ensure balanced treatment across the field of human geography. Focussing on some of the key geographical challenges facing the world at the beginning of the twenty-first century, this stimulating text examines the forces that shape economies and societies on what the Editors describe as our, '...interconnected, contradictory, complex, conflict-ridden and fantastically diverse planet.' Every chapter is written by an expert in the field, and each offers a unique, engaging and relevant perspective. KEY FEATURES OF THE SECOND EDITION *New chapters on*Territory, space and society*Social inequalities and spatial exclusions*Environment and environmentalism*An improved range of pedagogical features that help clarify, extend and apply understanding, including*'Spotlight' boxes that provide deeper analysis of a key topic or concept*'Thematic' case studies that illustrate a real-world theme or example*'Regi

ISBN-13

9780131217669

ISBN-10

0131217666

Weight

2.25 Pounds

Dimensions

7.75 x 1.00 x 10.50 In

List Price

$123.73

Edition

2nd Edition

Format

Paperback

Language

English

Pages

552 pages

Publisher

Pearson

Published On

2006-05-23



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