Latin America and the Caribbean: An Environment and Development Approach (Changing Regions in a Global Context: New Perspectives in Regional Geography Series)
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Brad D. Jokisch (Author)
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Through the twin themes of the environment and development, Brad Jokisch introduces students to the regions of Latin American and the Caribbean through a concise, comprehensive, and cohesive overview. Designed for courses in either geography or Latin American Studies, this text covers the physical geography, environmental hazards, and a concise history of the region, along with treatment of economic issues-including China's role-urbanization, population trends, and international migration. Regional chapters on Brazil, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean, the Andes, and the Southern Cone ensure that students understand the distinct areas of Latin America as well as the region as a whole.
Key features include:
Extensive maps, figures, and tables to help students visualize the material
Chapter opening learning objectives and key terms lists to help organize important concepts
End-of-chapter conclusions and summary points and a glossary to aid in studying
Excellent treatment of current research from geography and across the social sciences to reinforce the state of the field
A key case study chapter on Amazonian deforestation and development
In-depth analysis of the commodity boom, the Pink Tide, the rise of China, certification programs, and the illicit drug trade
About the Author
Brad Jokisch is associate professor of geography at Ohio University. His research is at the nexus of migration, environment, and development. His research has focused on Ecuador, migration, and environment and development issues. He was chair of the Conference of Latin American Geography (CLAG), and Director of Latin American Studies at Ohio University.
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- Contributor: Brad D. Jokisch
- Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield
- ISBN13: 9781538152782
- Number of Pages: 458
- Packaged Dimensions: 178x248x22mm
- Packaged Weight: 776
- Format: Paperback
- Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
- Release Date: 2023-02-10
- Series: Changing Regions in a Global Context: New Perspectives in Regional Geography Series
- Binding: Paperback / softback
- Biography: Brad Jokisch is associate professor of geography at Ohio University. His research is at the nexus of migration, environment, and development. His research has focused on Ecuador, migration, and environment and development issues. He was chair of the Conference of Latin American Geography (CLAG), and Director of Latin American Studies at Ohio University.
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