Trends in geography;: An introductory survey (The Commonwealth and international library)
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Author Description
Trends in An Introductory Survey reviews trends in geography, including physical geography, human geography, and applied geography. Topics covered include progress in geomorphology, meteorology, climatology, hydrology, historical geography, transport geography, and industrial geography, along with the geography of rural settlements and the ecology of agricultural systems. The importance of geography in area studies is also discussed.This book is comprised of 26 chapters and begins by tracing developments in the field of geography, followed by a discussion on the study of soils in geography and the economic geography of agriculture. The following chapters explore the diversity of urban geography; the role of geography in physical planning and economic planning; planning studies in rural areas; and geographical research on local government. A cultural and historical perspective in area studies is presented by citing the case of Latin America. The final chapter is devoted to geographical studies of developing areas, focusing on the case of tropical Africa.This monograph will be of interest to teachers, students, and practitioners of geography.
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THE THESIS
This text investigates the evolving methodologies and thematic shifts within the discipline of geography during the mid-20th century. Edited by Ronald U. Cooke and James H. Johnson, the volume compiles contributions from various specialists to synthesize progress across physical, human, and applied geographical subfields. It provides a structured overview of how geographical research informs planning, area studies, and environmental management.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Comprehensive reviews of geomorphology, meteorology, climatology, and hydrology.
- Analysis of economic, transport, and industrial geography frameworks.
- Case studies focusing on Latin America and tropical Africa.
- Discussions on the integration of geography into local government and physical planning.
Scope Limits
- The text is limited to the academic and professional landscape of geography as it existed at the time of publication.
- It does not provide an exhaustive history of the discipline prior to the mid-20th century.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this volume as a foundational survey that captures the breadth of geographical inquiry during a period of significant disciplinary expansion. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which serves as a useful reference for students and practitioners seeking to understand the historical development of modern geographical research.
Page Count:
287
Publication Date:
1969-01-01
Publisher:
Pergamon Press
ISBN-10:
0080066755
ISBN-13:
9780080066752
Geography
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Human Geography
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