Reading Human Geography
Subtitle: The Poetics and Politics of Inquiry
Contributors: Trevor Barnes (Editor); Derek Gregory (Editor)
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons - Arnold Publishing
Published: December 1, 1997
Language: eng
Number of pages: 520
ISBN-13: 9780470235379
Description: Oceanography provides the basis for understanding the oceans' complexities, and an appreciation of the importance of recent discoveries (the volcanism and hydrothermal circulation within the Mid-Ocean Ridge) and improved sampling techniques (advanced remotely operated vehicle systems and satellite monitoring). It is written by expert teachers and leading researchers in each of the many aspects of Oceanography: Weather Systems; Physical Geography; Chemistry; Biology; Measurement Techniques; Economics.