New Directions in Economic Geography (New Horizons in Regional Science series) - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1845423739 ISBN 13: 9781845423735

Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd, 2007

Synopsis

This important book explores original and alternative directions for economic geography following the revolution precipitated by the advent of so-called 'new economic geography' (NEG).

Whilst, to some extent, the volume could be regarded as part of the inevitable creative destruction of NEG theory, it does promote the continuing role of theoretical and empirical contributions within spatial economic analysis, in which the rationale of scientific analysis and economic logic maintain a central place. With contributions from leading experts in the field, the book presents a comprehensive analysis of the extent to which NEG theory is supported in the real world. By exploring whether NEG theory can be effectively applied to provide practical insights, the authors highlight novel approaches, emerging trends, and promising new lines of enquiry in the wake of advances made by NEG.

Rigorous yet engaging, this book will be an essential tool for academics and researchers specialising in regional studies, urban and spatial economics and economic geography. It will also have widespread appeal amongst policymakers involved in planning and land use.

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Edited by Bernard Fingleton, formerly of the University of Strathclyde, UK

Edition details

• Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1845423739
• ISBN 13: 9781845423735
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 384
• Editor: Fingleton Bernard