Key Features

• Basic geographic concepts and theories are introduced early and consistently applied throughout
• A global perspective is integrated into the appropriate regions
• Balanced and neutral political perspective is applied throughout the text
• Concise graphics neatly encapsulate key ideas clearly and with just the right amount of detail
• Supportive learning structure:
• “Identifying the Boundaries” are illustrated sections that begin each chapter to set the geographic stage for the following discussion
• “Introducing the Realm” is the second section in every chapter and lays out physical, historical, and cultural elements of that chapter’s region
• “Learning Objectives” at the beginning of each main section outline key concepts covered in that section
• “Key Takeaways” at the end of main head sections are aligned with that section’s Learning Objectives to reinforce retention
• “Discussion and Study Questions” encourage interaction and prompt students to form opinions about the chapter section content. Answer guidelines are included in the instructor’s manual
• “Geography Exercises” are integrated throughout so students can pause, interact, and consolidate what they are learning as they proceed through a chapter
• Marginal Glossary of Key Terms allows students to easily review key term definitions by skimming through the text
• The “Chapter Summary” at the end of each chapter recapitulates key points and stimulates retention