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<i>Economic Geography</i> is a comprehensive introduction to this growing field, providing students with a vibrant and distinctive geographical insight into the economy.<br><ul><br><li>Contrasts a distinctively geographical approach with popular conceptions and assumptions in economics and management studies <br><li>Debates a wide range of topics including economic discourses, uneven development, commodity chains, technology and agglomeration, the commodification of nature, states, transnational corporations, labour, consumption, economic cultures, gender, and ethnic economies <br><li>Is richly illustrated with examples, vignettes, and case studies drawn from a variety of sectors around the world <br><li>Is written in a clear, engaging and lively style <br><li>Includes a rich array of photos, figures, text boxes, sample essay questions and annotated lists of further reading</li></ul>