Understanding Human Geography

A book for advanced level students. It takes an informed and critical look at today's world, emphasising the processes that underpin human activity and the constant interaction between people and their environments. The book aims to provide students with a better understanding of the changing environments in which people live and work and of the growing interdependence of all places and areas of the world. It promotes consideration of contemporary events and issues and their geographical effects, and encourages awareness of varying strategies aimed at dealing with geographical problems.