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Contemporary Human Geography, 4th Edition
ISBN: 9780134746227
About This Book
"Contemporary Human Geography" is a concise and innovative textbook that delves into the dynamic field of human geography. With its bold, visual style and self-contained two-page spreads, this book is designed to engage students and educators alike. The topics are organized in a way that makes it easy to understand complex geographical concepts, making it an excellent resource for both introductory and advanced courses.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in introductory and advanced human geography courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding contemporary human geography, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of geographical principles.
History and Editions
The 4th edition of "Contemporary Human Geography" has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and discussions on human and cultural geography. This edition includes detailed updates on geographical clarity and accuracy, addressing representation issues in examples and problems. It also features a modular approach, providing a strong foundation in the material before asking students to apply what they've learned.
Author and Other Works
James M. Rubenstein is the author of "Contemporary Human Geography." James Rubenstein is known for his clear and concise writing style, which makes complex geographical concepts accessible to students. He has also authored other notable works in the field of geography, ensuring that "Contemporary Human Geography" remains current and relevant.
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James M. Rubenstein received his PhD from Johns Hopkins University in 1975. He was Professor of Geography at Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, where he taught urban and human geography, and where he helped develop the new Sustainability co-major in the Institute for the Environment & Sustainability.
He is also the author of Pearson’s The Cultural Landscape and Introduction to Contemporary Geography. He is often invited to give talks and presentations at colleges, high schools, and professional meetings.
Rubenstein works as a regional consultant for the Chicago Federal Reserve Bank and he conducts research in the automotive industry. He is often interviewed by the media on automotive and economic issues, and has published three books on the subject: The Changing US Auto Industry: A Geographical Analysis (Routledge); Making and Selling Cars: Innovation and Change in the US Auto Industry (The Johns Hopkins University Press); and Who Really Made Your Car? Restructuring and Geographic Change in the Auto Industry (W.E. Upjohn Institute, with Thomas Klier).
He is a semi-amateur, semi-professional painter, and displays his work at galleries in Maryland and Ohio.
1. This is Geography
2. Population & Health
3. Migration
4. Folk & Popular Culture
5. Languages
6. Religions
7. Ethnicities
8. Political Geography
9. Food & Agriculture
10. Development
11. Industry
12. Services & Settlements
13. Urban Patterns
14. Resource Issues
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