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""Advanced Geography"" offers a new approach to the new AS and A2 specifications for Geography. This text focuses on providing depth through detailed case studies and analysis of issues, taking a pathway through the new specifications. Each chapter presents the central concepts at the appropriate level, explores key issues and illustrates topics through extended case studies and wide-ranging activities. Covering the core human and physical topics and the popular options in depth this book is the ideal way to prepare for their AS and A level exams. Key concepts are clearly and concisely explained, and related issues explored and analysed. Analytical case studies are featured, to develop an understanding of issues and link key topics. Detailed analysis is given to focus countries: Brazil, China, the UK and North America. Featured throughout are a wealth of international examples and new research. Geographical skills are shown in context with a special focus on learning and presentation skills for exams and coursework. Reinforcement questions designed to test knowledge are featured throughout and extension questions have been included to develop deeper understanding. In addition, a variety of activities encouraging the application of skills and aiding preparation for exams are provided.

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The new edition of this comprehensive A-level textbook is an invaluable reference for the committed and able A-level student who is seeking a single-volume companion. The authors are experienced teachers who skilfully compile meaty segments, topped and tailed with reinforcement and extension questions. The approach used here is well suited to bring high student grades in the current mode of A-level examinations. -- TES 20030207 Excellent case studies. I particularly like the 'definitions' inserts as you progress through the chapters. -- Mr Booler, Hayfield Comprehensive, Doncaster 20021125

The new edition of this comprehensive A-level textbook is an invaluable reference for the committed and able A-level student who is seeking a single-volume companion. The authors are experienced teachers who skilfully compile meaty segments, topped and tailed with reinforcement and extension questions. The approach used here is well suited to bring high student grades in the current mode of A-level examinations. -- TES 20030207 Excellent case studies. I particularly like the 'definitions' inserts as you progress through the chapters. -- Mr Booler, Hayfield Comprehensive, Doncaster 20021125

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Paul Guinness is an experienced author and Head of Geography at King's College School, Wimbledon. Garrett Nagle is an experienced author and teacher at St Edward's School in Oxford

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