This work examines key concepts and emphasises primary themes of tourism planning. It examines the forces which drive planning, and how tourism is integrated into existing social, economic, natural, business and political environments.

Provides a coherent, comprehensive introduction to urban geography. From a global perspective, the authors examine urban trends and their outcomes in both the developed and the less developed countries in order to understand, analyze, and interpret the landscapes, economies, and communities of towns and cities around the world.

Provides advanced students with a comprehensive introduction to commonly encountered statistical and multivariate techniques, while assuming only a limited knowledge of higher level mathematics. Each technique chapter: discusses tests for assumptions of analysis, presents a small example and describes varieties of analysis.

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Explores the elements of fiction, providing practical writing techniques and examples. Written in a tone that is personal and non-prescriptive, this book encourages students to develop proficiency through each step of the writing process. It also integrates diverse, contemporary short stories in every chapter.