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World Geography and Cultures, Student Edition
A world view from renowned authors
World Geography and Cultures offers a fascinating view of the world enlivened by a meticulous presentation that focuses on the development of geographic literacy. Every region is studied in three parts: physical geography, cultural geography, and current events.
World Geography and Cultures offers a fascinating view of the world enlivened by a meticulous presentation that focuses on the development of geographic literacy. Every region is studied in three parts: physical geography, cultural geography, and current events.
853 pages, Hardcover
First published February 23, 2007
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April 27, 2015Boehm, Richard. World geography and cultures. (2007). New York: McGraw-Hill.
Citation by: Megan Cosby
Type of Reference: Geographic Reference
Call Number: Ref 912
Content/Scope: This book studies each region in three parts: physical geography, cultural geography, and current events. The goal of this book is to provide a basic view of the world.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: McGraw-Hill is a reputable textbook publisher with great stock in the educational realm. They are trusted by many.
Arrangement/Presentation: Arranged by region, this 853 page book provides information on the physical geography, cultural geography, and current events for each. Lots of color photos, clear headings and subheadings, making this book easy to navigate.
Relation to other works: Unlike an atlas, this textbook provides more in-depth information about the actual culture of each region/country. More of a textbook, students will have access to more information about each area.
Accessibility/Diversity: The illustrations include a diverse population that will be welcoming to a diverse student body. The ability to gain information about other countries will be very beneficial to students in a school that is very diverse.
Cost: $72.90
Citation by: Megan Cosby
Type of Reference: Geographic Reference
Call Number: Ref 912
Content/Scope: This book studies each region in three parts: physical geography, cultural geography, and current events. The goal of this book is to provide a basic view of the world.
Accuracy/Authority/Bias: McGraw-Hill is a reputable textbook publisher with great stock in the educational realm. They are trusted by many.
Arrangement/Presentation: Arranged by region, this 853 page book provides information on the physical geography, cultural geography, and current events for each. Lots of color photos, clear headings and subheadings, making this book easy to navigate.
Relation to other works: Unlike an atlas, this textbook provides more in-depth information about the actual culture of each region/country. More of a textbook, students will have access to more information about each area.
Accessibility/Diversity: The illustrations include a diverse population that will be welcoming to a diverse student body. The ability to gain information about other countries will be very beneficial to students in a school that is very diverse.
Cost: $72.90
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