An introduction to the geography of tourism /

Nelson, Velvet, 1979-

An introduction to the geography of tourism / Velvet Nelson. - Second edition - xxiii, 358 pages : illustrations, maps (black and white) ;

Includes bibliographical references (pages 331-346) and index.

"Tourism is an astonishingly complex phenomenon that is becoming an ever-greater part of life in today’s global world. This clear and engaging text introduces undergraduate students to this vast subject through the lens of geography, the only field with the breadth to consider all of the aspects, activities, and perspectives that constitute tourism. This comprehensive, thematically organized introduction will enhance students' understanding of geographic concepts and how they can be used as a way of viewing and understanding the world." --Publisher's description.

Adult


Text in English

2016048955 (print) 2016049105 (ebook) 9781442271074 (cloth : alk. paper) 9781442271081 (paper : alk. paper) 9781442271098 (electronic)


Tourism--Environmental aspects.

G156.5.E58 / .N45 2017

338.4791 / .N431 2017