1. Edition - April 2010
83.90 Euro
2010. 480 Pages, Hardcover
ISBN-10: 1-4051-0710-3
ISBN-13: 978-1-4051-0710-5 - John Wiley & Sons






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Detailed description
This comprehensive textbook offers a conceptual and practical introduction to research methodology, data collection, and techniques used in both human and physical geography.
* Explores a full range of contemporary geographic techniques, including statistics, mathematical analysis, GIS, and remote sensing
* Unique in both content and organization, it brings together a team of internationally recognized specialists to create a balanced approach between physical geography, human geography, and research techniques
* Includes a series of foundational chapters offering multiple perspectives on the central questions in research methods
* Examines the conceptual frameworks and practical issues behind data acquisition and analysis, and how to interpret results
* Includes explanations of key terminology and exercises throughout

From the contents
List of Figures.

List of Tables.

List of Boxes.

List of Exercises.

Notes on Contributors.

Acknowledgements.

Introduction.

Part I: Theory and Methodology.

Part II: Collecting Data.

Part IV: Obligations.

Glossary.

Index.