Geographic Information Analysis

by David O'Sullivan, David Unwin

Clear, up-to-date coverage of methods for analyzing geographical information in a GIS contextGeographic Information Analysis presents clear and up-to-date coverage of the foundations of spatial analysis in a geographic information systems environment. Focusing on the universal aspects of spatial data and their analysis, this book covers the scientific assumptions and limitations of methods available in many geographic information systems.Throughout, the fundamental idea of a map as a realization of a spatial stochastic process is central to the discussion. Key spatial concepts are covered, including point pattern, line objects and networks, area objects, and continuous fields. Analytical techniques for each of these are addressed, as are methods for combining maps, exploring multivariate data, and performing computationally intensive analysis. Appendixes provide primers on basic statistics and linear algebra using matrices.Complete with chapter objectives, summaries, "thought exercises," a wealth of explanatory diagrams, and an annotated bibliography, Geographic Information Analysis is a practical book for students, as well as a valuable resource for researchers and professionals in the industry.

Genres: School, Geography, Nonfiction

448 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 15, 2002

Reviews

[Wallyeast · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a generally helpful textbook. At times, I did find the writing confusing. That could be me, though.

[fearthainn · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an advanced spatial statistics textbook for a university course, and I read it cover to cover during the semester. Very clear, well written with good explanations for those of us who are not stats-minded.

[Will · Rating 3 out of 5]

For Advanced Spatial Analysis class.