Dictionary of Geography FROM THE PUBLISHER
"This dictionary provides comprehensive coverage in one volume of both human and physical geography. With authoritative entries covering the range of the subject from ablation to xerophyte, this is an essential reference book for all students of geography, whether at school or university." It contains over 6,300 clear and concise definitions; wide-ranging entries, including cartography, surveying, meteorology, climatology, ecology, population, industry, and development; up-to-date treatment of topics such as plate tectonics, remote sensing, geographic information systems, and areal differentiation; and a factfinder with key economic and population statistics for nearly 40 countries.
FROM THE CRITICS
Library Journal
A sterling illustration of how good things can indeed come in small packages, this dictionary of geography terminology covers both physical geography (e.g., "ash flow") and cultural geography (e.g., "cottage industry"). Definitions run 50 to 100 words, depending upon the importance of the term. Copyright 1999 Cahners Business Information.
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