Human Geography: Places and Regions in Global Context, 4th Edition

by Paul L. Knox

Knox/Marston’s contemporary approach fosters awareness of current issues and developing trends from a geographic perspective. The authors give meaning to people and places by integrating compelling local, regional, and global viewpoints. By giving students access to the latest ideas, concepts, and theories – with a strong foundation in the fundamentals – the text not only builds knowledge about places and regions, but fosters a deeper understanding of the interdependence of places and regions in a globalizing world.

Genres: Geography, Nonfiction, Textbooks

537 pages, Hardcover

First published August 1, 1997

Reviews

[Mark Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a college-level textbook introducing the academic discipline of human geography. It encompasses the spatial relations of people to the places and regions they live in and makes use of sociology, anthropology, physical geography, demography, and history. The subject is truly global in scope, which was refreshing for me since as a working historian I consistently have to think locally in order to research in-depth. The prose is accessible and engaging and I hope to incorporate more geographical perspectives into my own historical analysis. If you have ever read any Jared Diamond (Guns, Germs, and Steel or Collapse), this book will help you understand the discipline from which he is writing. The most important thing I will take away from this book is a clearer understanding of the structural inequalities of the global economy that allow and even encourage need and starvation at a time when advancing technology and hard work have produced enough food for all people and more.

[Alex · Rating 5 out of 5]

Only thing that made me pass geog 101

[D P · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely wonderful textbook. Knox and Marston provide a concise synopsis of many complex ideas within geography. A beautiful read, no matter if you are a student or someone just curious about geography.

[Haytham Badawey · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like this book, it's kind of informative and eye opener. The data, charts, statistics give you an indication of how well developed or undeveloped the different nations of the world are. There are new terms and concepts that I've probably never heard of before reading this book. It's boring, but helpful.