Basics in Economic Geography is an introductory book that provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamental concepts and principles of economic geography. Written for students, researchers, and practitioners in the field of geography, economics, and business, this book offers a clear and concise introduction to the study of economic geography.
The book begins by defining economic geography and discussing its evolution as a discipline. It then explores the different types of economic activities, including agriculture, industry, and services, and their spatial distribution and patterns of development. The book also examines the role of transportation and communication networks in shaping economic activity, and the impact of globalization and technological change on economic geography.
The book further explores the spatial organization of industries, including the locational factors that influence their location and the theories that explain their spatial distribution. It also discusses the distribution of natural resources, such as minerals, forests, and fisheries, and their role in shaping economic activity.
Throughout the book, readers will find numerous real-world examples and case studies that illustrate key concepts and ideas. The book also includes a range of learning features, including chapter summaries, review questions, and further reading suggestions, that help readers consolidate their understanding of the material.
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M Kamraju, Dr Mohd Akhter Ali
Mr. M. Kamraju is a Former lecturer ,an Urban Researcher Research Associate, ICSSR Major Project, Ministry of Education, New Delhi. He obtained his bachelor’s degree from Gauhati University with honors in Geography and a Postgraduate Degree from Osmania University. He has worked on two major projects by the Indian Council of Social Science Research and the Telangana Biodiversity Department. He has 4 years of experience teaching undergraduate and Intermediate students . He has also guided 120 undergraduate students (B.A. geography) for their final-year project in various fields (agriculture, urban studies, economics, GIS and remote sensing). He completed a 3-month internship with the Indian Institute of Surveying and Mapping, Hyderabad, India, in 2017.
Mr. M.Kamraju has also contributed chapters for eight edited books and more than fifty Five research journals of National and international standards.He has qualified 4 UGC NET Examinations ( Geography,Sociology, International Area Studies & Population Studies) and APSET (Geography) examination. He is a life member of many academic organizations including the National Association of Geographers, India( NAGI), Indian National Cartographic Association(INCA),Deccan Environmental Research Organisation (DERO), Agriculture and Food e-Newsletter, etc
