Human Geography For Dummies (eBook)
John Wiley & Sons (Verlag)
978-1-394-20828-9 (ISBN)
Your map to understanding human geography
Human Geography For Dummies introduces you to the ideas and perspectives encompassed by the field of human geography, and makes a great supplement to human geography courses in high school or college. So what is human geography? It's not about drawing maps all over your body (although you're welcome to do that if you want-no judgment). Human geography explores the relationship between humans and their natural environment, tracking the broad social patterns that shape human societies. Inside, you'll learn about immigration, urbanization, globalization, empire and political expansion, and economic systems, to name a few. This learner-friendly Dummies guide explains all the key concepts clearly and succinctly.
- Find out how location and geography impact population, culture, economics, and politics
- Learn about contemporary issues in human migration, health, and global peace and stability
- Get a clear understanding of all the key concepts covered in your introductory human geography class
- Understand how society got to where it is, and get a glimpse into potential changes in the future
Human Geography For Dummies is perfect for students who need additional study materials or simplified explanations. It's also a fun read for anyone curious about the comings and goings of people on this planet of ours.
Kyle Tredinnick has taught geography courses in high schools in China, Minnesota, and Nebraska, as well as undergraduate and graduate courses in geography at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. He has served on the board for the National Council for Geographic Education and is an AP Human Geography exam reader for the College Board.
Your map to understanding human geography Human Geography For Dummies introduces you to the ideas and perspectives encompassed by the field of human geography, and makes a great supplement to human geography courses in high school or college. So what is human geography? It s not about drawing maps all over your body (although you re welcome to do that if you want no judgment). Human geography explores the relationship between humans and their natural environment, tracking the broad social patterns that shape human societies. Inside, you ll learn about immigration, urbanization, globalization, empire and political expansion, and economic systems, to name a few. This learner-friendly Dummies guide explains all the key concepts clearly and succinctly. Find out how location and geography impact population, culture, economics, and politics Learn about contemporary issues in human migration, health, and global peace and stability Get a clear understanding of all the key concepts covered in your introductory human geography class Understand how society got to where it is, and get a glimpse into potential changes in the futureHuman Geography For Dummies is perfect for students who need additional study materials or simplified explanations. It s also a fun read for anyone curious about the comings and goings of people on this planet of ours.
Kyle Tredinnick has taught geography courses in high schools in China, Minnesota, and Nebraska, as well as undergraduate and graduate courses in geography at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. He has served on the board for the National Council for Geographic Education and is an AP Human Geography exam reader for the College Board.
Introduction 1
Part 1: Introduction to Human Geography 7
Chapter 1: Welcome to Human Geography 9
Chapter 2: The History of Human Geography 19
Chapter 3: The Five Themes of Geography 33
Chapter 4: The Philosophies of Geography 43
Part 2: The Geography of Human Habitation 55
Chapter 5: Where Are the People? 57
Chapter 6: Where the People Aren't 75
Chapter 7: Where the People Are Going 93
Chapter 8: Why the People Are Going 113
Chapter 9: Where the People Are Concentrated 131
Chapter 10: Where People Live 153
Part 3: The Spatial Organization of Human Systems 169
Chapter 11: How a People Become a Culture 171
Chapter 12: How a Culture Spreads 189
Chapter 13: Establishing a State 209
Chapter 14: What a State Faces from Within 227
Chapter 15: Withstanding Outside Forces on a State 247
Part 4: The Spatial Organization of Human Economic Systems 263
Chapter 16: The People Need Food 265
Chapter 17: The People Need More Food 287
Chapter 18: The People Need Economic Opportunities 303
Chapter 19: The People Need Goods and Services 323
Chapter 20: The People Need a Healthy Environment 341
Part 5: The Part of Tens 361
Chapter 21: Ten Human Geography Careers 363
Chapter 22: Ten Places to Visit to See Human Geography in Action 369
Index 375
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 10.1.2024 |
|---|---|
| Sprache | englisch |
| Themenwelt | Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Natur / Technik |
| Naturwissenschaften ► Geowissenschaften ► Geografie / Kartografie | |
| Sozialwissenschaften ► Politik / Verwaltung | |
| Schlagworte | Anthropogeographie • ap human geography • college geography • Geographie • Geography • geography book • geography book adults • geography supplement • geography textbook • Geopolitics • Human geography • human geography supplement • World Geography |
| ISBN-10 | 1-394-20828-6 / 1394208286 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-394-20828-9 / 9781394208289 |
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