Preface 1. What is Human Geography? 2. The Home Planet 3. People and the Environment 4. People and Resources 5. Population Dynamics 6. The Geography of Population 7. Population and Food 8. Uneven Development 9. Economic Geographies 10. A Global Economy 11. The Geography of Religion 12. The Geography of Language 13. The Global Geography of Culture 14. World Orders 15. The Nation State 16. The Urban Transformation 17. The Networks of Cities 18. The Internal Structure of the City Glossary Credits Index

"This text offers real-world examples and relatable content that fit the needs of demographers studying these important aspects of human culture. The subject is comprehensively covered from a global and historical perspective. The book provides an excellent overview sharing the big picture, simultaneously going back in history and looking to the future."--Shernaz Bamji, Brookdale Community College "A very diverse approach to the subject."--Michael Ruddell, Yavapai College "I have recommended this book to colleagues who also teach introductory human/cultural geography. I emphasize the three 'Cs': cost, concision, and clarity."--John Teeple, Fresno City College

John Rennie Short is Professor of Public Policy at University of Maryland, Baltimore County. He is an expert on urban issues, environmental concerns, globalization, political geography, and the history of cartograph. He has studied cities around the world, lectured around the world to a variety of audiences, and authored more than forty-eight books. Lisa Benton-Short is a Professor of Geography, Global Equity and Social Justice at George Washington University. She is an urban geographer with an interest in the dynamics of the urban environment from many angles, including: urban sustainability, planning and public space, monuments and memorials, urban national parks, globalization, and immigration. Dr. Benton-Short has authored twelve books and is also Chief Reader for Advanced Placement Human Geography.

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