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(Books) Human Geography 4th Edition By Majid Husain
Human Geography 4th Edition By Majid Husain
Book Details:
Publisher Rawat Publications
Publication Year 2011
ISBN-13 9788131604595
ISBN-10 8131604594
Language English
Edition 4th Edition
Binding Paperback
Number of Pages 582 Pages
Book Summary:
Human geography is one of the two main sub-categories of geography, which deals with social sciences that study the world, communities, and cultures. This edition of Human Geography is geared towards providing the readers with key insights into the fundamentals of human geography. Through the course of this book, Husain talks at length about human problems as well the role of mankind in bringing about change on the earth. Unlike other books on the subject, this edition of Human Geography gives the readers a comprehensive overview of human geography, considering its economic, political, historical, cultural, urban, and regional aspects.
In the first part of this book, Husain talks about the fundamentals and themes of human geography, along with the trends and spatial distribution of world population. The second part revolves around the patterns of human settlements, growth, and unity and diversity. It also covers the functional hierarchy of urban and rural dwellings. In the third part, the readers are provided with insights into different people groups worldwide, such as the aboriginals. This edition retains its detailed explanations from the previous editions, making it ideal for students.
Husain has included several maps and diagrams that help the readers understand the concepts easier. This revised edition has been drafted, based on the suggestions of eminent geographers and students, and retains its thorough explanation of the concepts, which makes it an indispensable guide to this ever-important subject.