Why is British Columbia unique within Canada? What forces have shaped its landscape and its people? To answer these questions, Brett McGillivray adopts primarily a thematic approach. He begins by giving a regional overview and introduction to geographic concepts and the physical processes that produced a spectacularly diverse landscape. He then tackles different themes, tracing the province's historical geography, offering detailed accounts of its economic geography, and discussing contemporary issues such as urbanization, economic development, and resource management. This fully revised edition is enhanced by updated figures, maps, and graphs and by new discussions of how globalization, climate change, and recession are influencing the province and its people.
- ISBN10 0774820780
- ISBN13 9780774820783
- Publish Date 15 December 2010
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 4 May 2022
- Publish Country CA
- Imprint University of British Columbia Press
- Format Paperback (US Trade)
- Pages 328
- Language English