Economic Geography

Book Details

• Author: B. W. Hodder and Roger Lee

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• Edition: 2008

• ISBN: 8131602354

• Pages: 207

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 9.7 x 6.4 x 0.7 inches

About the Book

Economic Geography by B. W. Hodder and Roger Lee provides a comprehensive introduction to the diverse schools of thought in the field of economic geography. The book integrates multiple perspectives within the neo‑classical concept of the economy, offering a clear and logical foundation for discussion, further study, and specialization.

Adopting a new and dynamic approach, the authors emphasize the integrated and multi‑scale nature of economics, highlighting the processes that drive economic activity at local, regional, and global levels. The text explains how economic power and its distribution are central to understanding both economic and seemingly non‑economic aspects of human life.

Key features include:

• A clear explanation of economic activity and its underlying dynamics

• Insight into how economies function at different levels of development

• Analysis of the importance and sources of economic power

• A foundation for further research and specialization in economic geography

This book is ideal for students, researchers, and professionals seeking a deeper understanding of economic geography and its influence on human societies.

About the Authors:

• B. W. Hodder (1925‑2006) was Professor Emeritus of Geography at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London, and taught extensively in Singapore, Nigeria, and the UK.

• Roger Lee AcSS is Professor of Geography at Queen Mary, University of London, and Managing Editor of Progress in Human Geography.