Human Geography For Dummies - Softcover

Tredinnick, Kyle

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1394208278 ISBN 13: 9781394208272

Publisher: For Dummies, 2024

Synopsis

Your map to understanding human geography

Human Geography For Dummies introduces you to the ideas and perspectives encompassed by the field of human geography, and makes a great supplement to human geography courses in high school or college. So what is human geography? It’s not about drawing maps all over your body (although you’re welcome to do that if you want―no judgment). Human geography explores the relationship between humans and their natural environment, tracking the broad social patterns that shape human societies. Inside, you’ll learn about immigration, urbanization, globalization, empire and political expansion, and economic systems, to name a few. This learner-friendly Dummies guide explains all the key concepts clearly and succinctly.

• Find out how location and geography impact population, culture, economics, and politics
• Learn about contemporary issues in human migration, health, and global peace and stability
• Get a clear understanding of all the key concepts covered in your introductory human geography class
• Understand how society got to where it is, and get a glimpse into potential changes in the future

Human Geography For Dummies is perfect for students who need additional study materials or simplified explanations. It’s also a fun read for anyone curious about the comings and goings of people on this planet of ours.

About this title

About the Author

Kyle Tredinnick has taught geography courses in high schools in China, Minnesota, and Nebraska, as well as undergraduate and graduate courses in geography at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. He has served on the board for the National Council for Geographic Education and is an AP Human Geography exam reader for the College Board.

From the Back Cover

Discover why people go where they go

Human geography is the study of how people move around―within communities, across cultures, and around the world. If you’re taking a human geography class or looking for a better understanding of our world, Human Geography For Dummies has got you covered. This plain-English guide tracks concepts covered in an introductory course, such as migration patterns, agriculture, political borders, and environmental issues. Clearer than a textbook and more interesting than an online article, this is the human geography resource you need.

Inside…

• Demography and population
• Immigration and refugees
• City types and urban growth
• Global climate change issues
• Cultural diffusion processes
• Origins of modern agriculture
• Industrial and tech revolutions
• Political organization of space

Edition details

• Publisher: For Dummies
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1394208278
• ISBN 13: 9781394208272
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 400