A Dictionary of Geography

A Dictionary of GeographyIntroducing A Dictionary of Geography, your ultimate guide to mastering the intricacies of human and physical geography. This comprehensive reference book, published by Oxford University Press in 2015, boasts over 3,100 meticulously crafted entries, making it the most authoritative single volume dictionary available. With insights into critical topics like cartography, surveying, meteorology, climatology, ecology, industry, and development, this

Introducing A Dictionary of Geography, your ultimate guide to mastering the intricacies of human and physical geography. This comprehensive reference book, published by Oxford University Press in 2015, boasts over 3,100 meticulously crafted entries, making it the most authoritative single-volume dictionary available. With insights into critical topics like cartography, surveying, meteorology, climatology, ecology, industry, and development, this dictionary caters to both students and professionals alike. Each entry is packed with worked examples and detailed diagrams, including 15 new illustrations that enhance understanding.

This latest edition features expanded coverage of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and glacial geomorphology, enriching your geographical knowledge with up-to-date information. Additionally, more than 400 new entries cover essential concepts such as economies of scope, marginalization, rurality, and tax havens. To enhance your learning experience, recommended web links are provided for many entries, ensuring you have access to the most relevant and current information via the Dictionary of Geography companion website.

Whether you're a geography student, teacher, or enthusiast, this dictionary is an essential companion that empowers you with clear, concise, and authoritative geographical information. Note: Shipping for this item is FREE; please allow 15 days for delivery from our Auckland warehouse. No unexpected import charges, custom duties, or taxes apply. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780199680856. Total Pages: 576.

NOTE: Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780199680856
Year: 2015
Publisher: Oxford University Press UK
Pages: 576


Description:
Containing over 3,100 entries on all aspects of both human and physical geography, this best-selling dictionary is the most authoritative single-volume reference work of its kind. It includes coverage of cartography, surveying, meteorology, climatology, ecology, population, industry, and development. Worked examples and diagrams are provided for many entries, including 15 new illustrations.All existing entries have been fully revised and
updated for this new edition, and there is now expanded coverage of Geographical Information Systems (GIS), and glacial geomorphology, as well as the inclusion of more international examples within
definitions, broadening its coverage considerably. The dictionary includes more than 400 new entries, including economies of scope, marginalization, rurality, and tax havens and offshore financial centres. Recommended web links are suggested for many entries, accessible and kept up to date via the Dictionary of Geography companion website. Packed with clear, concise, and authoritative information,
this A-Z reference is an essential companion for all students and teachers of geography.