Is Geography Destiny?
Is Geography Destiny?

Author: John Luke Gallup

Publisher: World Bank Publications

Published: 2003-08-04

Total Pages: 187

ISBN-13: 0821383671

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For decades, the prevailing sentiment was that, since geography is unchangeable, there is no reason why public policies should take it into account. In fact, charges that geographic interpretations of development were deterministic, or even racist, made the subject a virtual taboo in academic and policymaking circles alike. 'Is Geography Destiny?' challenges that premise and joins a growing body of literature studying the links between geography and development. Focusing on Latin America, the book argues that based on a better understanding of geography, public policy can help control or channel its influence toward the goals of economic and social development.

Latin America and the Caribbean
Latin America and the Caribbean

Author: Brian W. Blouet

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2015-01-20

Total Pages: 408

ISBN-13: 1118729846

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Updated and revised with many new detailed maps and photographs, Latin America and the Carribbean: A Systematic and Regional Survey, 7th Edition enables geographers to explore the changes and major issues facing this dynamic region today. The historical material has been streamlined in order to focus on contemporary issues. A new chapter was written to focus on Brazil and the Amazonia region. Key environmental issues are highlighted in new boxes throughout the chapters.