World Regional Geography: A Development Approach

Johnson, Merrill L.; Johnson, Douglas L.; Haarmann, Viola F.

ISBN 10: 0131497030 / ISBN 13: 9780131497030

Published by Pearson College Div, 2006

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: World Regional Geography: A Development Approach
• Publisher: Pearson College Div
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0131497030
• ISBN 13: 9780131497030
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: As New
• Dimensions: 3.18W x 22.23H x 28.58D centimeters 3.18 centimeters width by 22.23 centimeters height by 28.58 centimeters depth
• Weight: 1610 grams

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Synopsis

This unique study of world regional geography covers the world’s regions by 11 experts in their respective fields who are intimately familiar with their material through research, fieldwork, and teaching. Employs the central theme of human development to present a vital, issues-oriented overview of each topic. Provides a deeper understanding of the character of the world's peoples than the more traditional descriptive approach. Revises and expands coverage of Russia and Central Eurasia. Adds a wealth of new material, including New Orleans (reflecting the serious problems of a densely settled and industrialized delta region when faced with a natural disaster of Hurricane Katrina magnitude); the European Union and its significance for developmental integration; environmental problems in desert cities; and much more. A useful reference for educators or anyone who needs to increase their knowledge of  regional geography.

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Developed around the theme of economic development, this up-to-date book is authoritatively written by experts (with personal, first-hand familiarity) on each region of the world. The development perspective is used to create a substantive volume on world regional geography that takes readers beyond the customary rote overview of facts and figures to an understanding of the character of the world's peoples—as seen from their historical, cultural, and environmental attributes. Four introductory chapters set the stage for discussions of economic development within the context of geographic principles. Other chapter topics include the European Union, Sub-Saharan Africa, Monsoon Asia, the Middle East, North Africa, the U.S., and Canada. For government foreign area specialists, and corporate employees doing business abroad in a global economy.