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All Possible Worlds: A History of Geographical Ideas,Used
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Updated and revised to include theoretical and other developments, bibliographical additions, new photographs and illustrations, and expanded name and subject indexes, the fourth edition of All Possible Worlds: A History of Geographical Ideas is the most complete and comprehensive book of its kind. The text also features a layout and readability that make the material easy to navigate and understand.The book investigates the ways in which the subject of geography has been recognized, perceived, and evaluated, from its early acknowledgment in ancient Greece to its disciplined form in today's world of shared ideas and mass communication. Strong continuities knit the Classical Period to the Age of Exploration, then carry students on through Varenius to Humboldt and Ritterrevealing the emergence of 'the new geography' of the Modern Period.The history of American geographydeveloped in seven of the twenty chaptersis strongly emphasized pursuant to the formal origins of geography in late nineteenthcentury Germany, Darwin's theory of evolution, and the Great Surveys of the American West. This treatment is enhanced by chapters concerning parallel histories of geography in Germany, France, Great Britain, Russia (including the USSR and CIS), Canada, Sweden, and Japancountries that at first contributed to and later borrowed from the body of US geographical thought.All Possible Worlds: A History of Geographical Ideas, Fourth Edition, is ideal for upperlevel undergraduate or graduate courses in the history and philosophy of classical, medieval, and modern geographical thought.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'All Possible Worlds: A History of Geographical Ideas'? A: The book explores the history and development of geographical ideas from ancient Greece through modern times, highlighting key figures and concepts that have shaped the discipline.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'All Possible Worlds: A History of Geographical Ideas' is Geoffrey J. Martin.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the fourth edition of 'All Possible Worlds: A History of Geographical Ideas'.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 624 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was the fourth edition published? A: The fourth edition was published on January 27, 2005.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book regarding American geography? A: The book includes a strong emphasis on the history of American geography, highlighting its formal origins, Darwin's theory of evolution, and the Great Surveys of the American West.
- Q: Is this book suitable for undergraduate students? A: Yes, the book is ideal for upper-level undergraduate or graduate courses in the history and philosophy of geography.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations or photographs? A: Yes, the fourth edition has been updated to include new photographs and illustrations.
- Q: What can readers expect regarding the book's layout and readability? A: The text features a layout designed for easy navigation and understanding, making it accessible for readers.