Covers the whole field of physical geography including climate and atmosphere, geomorphology, biogeography, hydrology, oceans, environmental change, soils, remote sensing and GIS. This new edition reflects developments in the discipline during the last decade, with the expert advisory group providing an international perspective on the discipline of physical geography. The essential reference point for students of physical geography and related environmental disciplines, lecturers and interested individuals alike.

Global diversity comes alive in this essential guide to our ever-changing world, full of fact-packed spreads and full-color photographs.

Traces the emergence of sport in its modern forms, and features all established Olympic sports and sports recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) but not included in the Olympic program, as well as sports with their own cultural and organizational base and commercial momentum.

Provides a comprehensive, accessible introduction to both the human and physical geography of Latin America and the social, cultural, political and economic events that have defined its history.