Economic Geography: A Contemporary Introduction

by Neil M. Coe, Henry Wai-Chung Yeung

"Economic Geography" is a comprehensive introduction to this growing field, providing students with a vibrant and distinctive geographical insight into the economy.
Contrasts a distinctively geographical approach with popular conceptions and assumptions in economics and management studies
Debates a wide range of topics including economic discourses, uneven development, commodity chains, technology and agglomeration, the commodification of nature, states, transnational corporations, labour, consumption, economic cultures, gender, and ethnic economies
Is richly illustrated with examples, vignettes, and case studies drawn from a variety of sectors around the world
Is written in a clear, engaging and lively style
Includes a rich array of photos, figures, text boxes, sample essay questions and annotated lists of further reading

Genres: Economics, Nonfiction, Geography

456 pages, Paperback

First published June 15, 2007

Reviews

[Lisa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good references, but covers very basic concepts and ideas.

[Nina H · Rating 3 out of 5]

Finished reading for my masters class lol

here are my favorite chapters:

#3 Dynamics of Capitalism: Why is economic growth so uneven?

#6 Labour: Are migrant workers the new normal?

#8 Finance: How has capital become so powerful?

#9 States: Who runs the economy?

#10 International institutions: How do they government and foster global development?

#11 Environment: Does global climate change change everything?

[Pamela]

Incredible read, especially considering this is a university textbook. I am astounded at how well this is written and presented. A must-read for everyone, in my opinion.

[bea :)]

interesting course made tedious by dreadful prof. fun book though

[Miwa · Rating 5 out of 5]

great text book, good read and really points out things that are completely overlooked about the way the world works unless you happen to be in this field

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read!