Introduction to Human Geography (2nd Edition) is a comprehensive textbook that provides a thorough exploration of the diverse field of human geography. Authored by a team of professors from Georgia Gwinnett College, this textbook was created under a grant from the University System of Georgia and the University of North Georgia Press.
Recommended for: Beginner-to-intermediate readers. This textbook is suitable for those with no prior geography experience as well as those who have some familiarity with the subject but want to expand their knowledge of human geography.
You will:
- Learn about the fundamental concepts and perspectives in the field of human geography
- Explore a wide range of critical topics including population, migration, culture, language, religion, ethnicity, politics, development, industry, and the environment
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the complex and interconnected nature of the human world
- Gain the foundational knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary to navigate the dynamic field of human geography
- Apply the spatial perspective to analyze and understand how various phenomena relate to geography
- Engage with hands-on exercises, sample questions, and supplementary materials to reinforce your learning
Detailed Overview
The 2nd edition of this textbook builds upon the foundation of the 1st edition, incorporating new supporting materials such as exercises, lecture slides, and sample questions to enhance the learning experience. The authors emphasize the importance of the spatial perspective in geography – the idea that if a phenomenon can be mapped, it has a geographical relationship that is worth studying.
The textbook covers a wide range of critical topics in human geography, including population and health, migration, folk culture and popular culture, geography of language, religion, ethnicity and race, political geography, economic development, industry, human settlements, and the relationship between humans and the environment. By delving into these diverse subjects, the textbook provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the complex and interconnected nature of the human world.
Designed for an introductory human geography course (GEOG 1101), this textbook is suitable for both beginner and intermediate-level students.
Citation
Dorrell, David; Henderson, Joseph; Lindley, Todd; and Connor, Georgeta, “Introduction to Human Geography (2nd Edition)” (2019). https://oer.galileo.usg.edu/geo-textbooks/2
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