This comprehensive textbook offers a conceptual and practical introduction to research methodology, data collection, and techniques used in both human and physical geography. Explores a full range of contemporary geographic techniques, including statistics, mathematical analysis, GIS, and remote sensing Unique in both content and organization, it brings together a team of internationally recognized specialists to create a balanced approach between physical geography, human geography, and research techniques Includes a series of foundational chapters offering multiple perspectives on the central questions in research methods Examines the conceptual frameworks and practical issues behind data acquisition and analysis, and how to interpret results Includes explanations of key terminology and exercises throughout

Basil Gomez is Professor of Geography and Geology at Indiana State University and an Editor-in-Chief of the online journal Geography Compass.
John Paul Jones III is Professor of Geography and Dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Arizona in Tucson. He is Editor of the Wiley-Blackwell series Critical Introductions to Geography