Economic Geography: A Contemporary Introduction

Economic Geography is a comprehensive introduction to this growing field, providing students with a vibrant and distinctive geographical insight into the economy.

Contrasts a distinctively geographical approach with popular conceptions and assumptions in economics and management studies
Debates a wide range of topics including economic discourses, uneven development, commodity chains, technology and agglomeration, the commodification of nature, states, transnational corporations, labour, consumption, economic cultures, gender, and ethnic economies
Is richly illustrated with examples, vignettes, and case studies drawn from a variety of sectors around the world
Is written in a clear, engaging and lively style
Includes a rich array of photos, figures, text boxes, sample essay questions and annotated lists of further reading