The Geography of the World Economy [Paperback]

Paul Knox (Author), John Agnew (Author), Linda McCarthy (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0340948353 | ISBN-13: 978-0340948354 | Publication Date: July 13, 2008 | Edition: 5th

The Geography of the World Economy provides an in-depth and stimulating introduction to the 'globalization' of the world economy. The book offers a consideration of local, regional, national and global economic development over the long historical term. The theory and practice of economic and political geography provide a basis for understanding the interactions within and among the developed and developing countries of the world. Illustrated in colour throughout, this new edition has been completely reworked and updated to take account of the substantial changes in the world economy, and includes a new chapter on services. It is ideal for upper level university undergraduates and for post-graduates in a variety of specializations including geography, economics, political science, international relations and global studies.

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'...this book remains thoroughly useful. It presents a wealth of data and introduces a variety of approaches to economic geography.' Political Geography 'There is much to admire in this book, not least the clear erudition and breadth of reading displayed by the authors and the fact that it is consistently well written. This is truly comprehensive book.' Transactions of the IBG 'This book is to be welcomed particularly for its impressive historical perspective on current developments in the world economy.' Environment and Planning A '... a good, stimulating textbook.' Kevin R Cox, The Ohio State University, USA --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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Provides an in-depth and stimulating introduction to the theory and practice of economic geography. Explains how the world economy affects where industries are located, and puts trends in jobs and investments in a straight-forward global perspective --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 448 pages
• Publisher: Hodder Education Publishers; 5th edition (July 13, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0340948353
• ISBN-13: 978-0340948354
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.4 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #496,702 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good coverage but too many definitions in the first two chapters, January 26, 2007

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Tony (Los Angeles, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Geography of the World Economy (Arnold Publication) (Paperback)

This is one of the best textbooks I have seen on the growth of the world economy. It has historic depth and covers all parts of the world not just the US and Europe as do so many others. It also isn't obsessed with multinational corporations as if they were the only story about the evolution of the world economy. There are lots of interesting maps and boxes that even students who have only just graduated from the "painting by numbers" class can understand. The box on how Barbie is made and marketed is a gem. The only problem I have with the book, beyond the fact that by now some of the data are yesterday's news, is that too many definitions of key terms are crammed into the first two chapters. Put them in a glossary at the end!!! Not all students have trouble turning to the back of the book.