A geography of the Carolinas
By: D. Gordon Bennett and Jeffrey C. Patton, editors.
Contributors: Bennett, D. Gordon 1941-; Patton, Jeffrey C.
Publisher: Parkway Publishers; Parkway Pub; Brand: Parkway Pub
Published: 2007
Place of publication: Boone, N.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 266
ISBN-13: 9781933251431
Subjects: North Carolina -- Geography; South Carolina -- Geography
Description: Vibrant high-tech centers, shifting barrier islands, okra festivals, Yankee and Latino immigrants, Blue Ridge vistas, world-class universities and empty textile mills-this is the Carolinas. A region of striking natural beauty, rich history, and a rapidly changing economic base, the Carolinas are "Old South" and "New South," intimately local and inextricably global. In A Geography of the Carolinas, eleven noted geographers explore the region's historical, cultural and physical landscapes. Bringing the perspective of the science of geography and a wealth of experience and knowledge, the contributors reveal the patterns, processes, and connections at work in these two great states. Each chapter is an exploration of this diverse terrain of places and peoples, and a fascinating journey for those who wish to understand the past, present, and future of the Carolinas.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Changing landforms and rivers / Jeffrey C. Patton; title: Climate, soils, and vegetation / Gregory Carbone, John J. Hidore; title: Historical settlement till 1900 / John J. Winberry, Roy S. Stine; title: The evolving urban and economic structure since 1900 / Ole Gade; title: Agriculture since 1900 / John Fraser Hart; title: Population dynamics / Melinda Meade; title: Recreation and tourism / Robert L. Janiskee; title: Higher education / Roger A. Winsor; title: Planning for the future / D. Gordon Bennett.