International Encyclopedia of Geography, 15 Volume Set

People, the Earth, Environment and Technology

Douglas Richardson editor Audrey Kobayashi editor Noel Castree editor Michael F Goodchild editor Weidong Liu editor Richard A Marston editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Published:17th Mar '17

Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back

International Encyclopedia of Geography, 15 Volume Set cover

Winner of the 2019 RUSA Dartmouth Medal -- Honorable Mention!

Representing the definitive reference work for this broad and dynamic field, The International Encyclopedia of Geography arises from an unprecedented collaboration between Wiley and the American Association of Geographers (AAG) to review and define the concepts, research, and techniques in geography and interrelated fields. Available as a robust online resource and as a 15-volume full-color print set, the Encyclopedia assembles a truly global group of scholars for a comprehensive, authoritative overview of geography around the world.

  • Contains more than 1,000 entries ranging from 1,000 to 10,000 words offering accessible introductions to basic concepts, sophisticated explanations of complex topics, and information on geographical societies around the world
  • Assembles a truly global group of more than 900 scholars hailing from over 40 countries, for a comprehensive, authoritative overview of geography around the world
  • Provides definitive coverage of the field, encompassing human geography, physical geography, geographic information science and systems, earth studies, and environmental science
  • Brings together interdisciplinary perspectives on geographical topics and techniques of interest across the social sciences, humanities, science, and medicine
  • Features full color throughout the print version and more than 1,000 illustrations and photographs
  • Annual updates to online edition
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"Highly recommended. Community college and undergraduate students through professionals/practitioners;general readers" Choice, Oct 17

ISBN: 9780470659632

Dimensions: 589mm x 279mm x 229mm

Weight: unknown

8464 pages