Routledge Revivals: Behavioral Problems in Geography (1969)
Routledge Revivals: Behavioral Problems in Geography (1969)

Author: Kevin Cox

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2017-11-22

Total Pages: 286

ISBN-13: 1351232703

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Originally published in 1969, Behavioral Problems in Geography unpacks and identifies elements of behavioral models and theories. The book seeks to examine their specific effects on spatial activity and to operationalize some of the concepts previously used in a subjective and descriptive manner. All papers, are united by a common concern for the building of geographic theory regarding human behavior. Contributions in the volume vary a great deal in their emphasis ranging from philosophy and review, to theorizing and operationalization. Each paper recognizes the importance of examining the behavioural basis of spatial activity. This book will appeal to scholars of geography and psychology alike.

Exploring Social Geography (Routledge Revivals)
Exploring Social Geography (Routledge Revivals)

Author: Peter A. Jackson

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2014-06-17

Total Pages: 262

ISBN-13: 131774893X

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Exploring Social Geography, first published in 1984, offers a challenging yet comprehensive introduction to the wealth of empirical research and theoretical debate that has developed in response to the advent of a social approach to the subject. The argument emphasises the essentially spatial structure of social interaction, and includes a succinct discussion of geographical research on segregation and interaction, which has combined numerical analyses and qualitative ethnographic field research. A distinctive view of social geography is adopted, inspired by the Chicago school of North American pragmatism, but also incorporating the formal sociological theories of Simmel and Weber. Exploring Social Geography will be of value to students of urban geography in particular. However, it will also indicate a wide-ranging and distinctive perspective for all students of the social sciences with a special interest in debates concerning urban, ethnic, racial, anthropological and theoretical issues.

Urban Geography (Routledge Revivals)
Urban Geography (Routledge Revivals)

Author: David Clark

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-09-13

Total Pages: 251

ISBN-13: 1135095558

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This book, first published in 1982, addressed the need for a fresh and comprehensive guide to the rapidly expanding area of urban geography. Drawing on examples from cities in a number of countries, including the U.S.A., David Clark outlines the contribution of geographers to the understanding of the city and urban society, and analyses the growth of the urban environment alongside planning and policy. A thorough and unique study, this title will be of particular value to undergraduate students, as well as laying the foundations for a more advanced study in urban geography and planning.

Progress in Agricultural Geography (Routledge Revivals)
Progress in Agricultural Geography (Routledge Revivals)

Author: Michael Pacione

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2014-06-03

Total Pages: 284

ISBN-13: 1134597053

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In the second half of the twentieth century, significant changes were occurring within the agricultural industry, including an increase in efficiency and government intervention, as well as expanded and more complicated patterns of trade. This comprehensive volume, first published in 1986, reflects how these developments challenged the field of agricultural geography. Considering agricultural innovations, farming systems, government policy and land ownership, this title provides an essential background to students with an interest in agricultural methods, distribution and reform.

Population Geography: Progress & Prospect (Routledge Revivals)
Population Geography: Progress & Prospect (Routledge Revivals)

Author: Michael Pacione

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-10-14

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 1134599927

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First published in 1986, this book presents a comprehensive overview of the contemporary state of knowledge in the field of population geography. It discusses the contemporary state of the art and surveys new research developments and new thinking in the major branches of the subject. It thereby provides an introductory guide to contemporary trends and forms a reference point for future development in the subject.

Progress in Urban Geography (Routledge Revivals)
Progress in Urban Geography (Routledge Revivals)

Author: Michael Pacione

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2014-06-23

Total Pages: 293

ISBN-13: 113451851X

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A substantial proportion of the world’s population now live in towns and cities, so it is not surprising that urban geography has emerged as a major focus for research. This edited collection, first published in 1983, is concerned with the effects on the city of a wide range of economic, social and political processes, including pollution, housing, health and finance. With a detailed introduction to the themes and developments under discussion written by Michael Pacione, this comprehensive work provides an essential overview for scholars and students of urban geography and planning.

Themes in Geographic Thought (Routledge Revivals)
Themes in Geographic Thought (Routledge Revivals)

Author: Milton Harvey

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2014-03-18

Total Pages: 227

ISBN-13: 1317752333

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Themes in Geographic Thought, first published in 1981, explores in breadth and depth the interrelationships among the history of Geography, geographic thought, and methodology, specifically focusing on the interactions between geographical research and various contemporary philosophical schools: positivism, pragmatism, functionalism, phenomenology, existentialism, idealism, realism and Marxism. An attempt is made to synthesise Geography’s historically rich tradition with the current diversity in approaches to the discipline, based on the belief that ‘geographic thought’, at any point in time, is a manifestation of the mutual influence between the prevailing philosophical viewpoints and the major methodological approaches in vogue. Each chapter presents an overview of the concrete ideas of a particular school of philosophy and stresses its relevance and impact on various aspects of Geography.

A Geography of the Lifeworld (Routledge Revivals)
A Geography of the Lifeworld (Routledge Revivals)

Author: David Seamon

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2015-06-11

Total Pages: 211

ISBN-13: 1317504763

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Within the modern Western lifestyle increasing conflict is becoming apparent between that patchwork of isolated points such as the home or the office, which are linked by a mechanical system of transportation and communication devices, and a growing sense of homelessness and isolation. This work, first published in 1979, adopts a phenomenological perspective illustrating that this malaise may have partial roots in the deepening rupture between people and place. Whereas the problems of terrestrial space may have been overcome technologically and economically, it has been less successful regarding people. Experience indicates that people become bound to locality, and the quality of their life is thus reduced if these bonds are disrupted or broken in any way. The relationship between community and place is investigated, as is the opportunity for improving the environment, both from a human and an ecological perspective. This book will be of interest to students of human geography.