Three introductory chapters: Convey the importance of knowing placename geography Review topics such as: Earth's location grid, the lines of latitude and longitude, time zones and the International Date Line Outline place geography of the continents, major islands, and ocean and seas. 10 regional chapters: Each studies a major subdivision of Earth's lands and nations. Gives students a thorough introduction to each region followed by a survey of its important geographical features. Unique, integrated exercises - Askstudents to fill in place names on outline maps and construct thematic maps that show, for the places named, aspects such as population density, physical features, language spoken, etc. R eview of the region's political, economic, and cultural geography and regional demographics. "Check Up" questions in all chapters except Ch. 1 - Enablestudents to check their understanding of the material just learned. "Objectives and Study Hints" - Highlight the significance of the geography of countries and peoples of the region.

Summaries of one or two important Geoconcepts - Related to the places just studied (e.g., territorial seas and ocean sovereignty, megalopolis). "Special Challenge" exercises - Encouragestudents to focus on more complex geographic projects or problems. "Regional Watchlist" - Tracks recent trends and also notes potential or probable geographic changes. Glossary of important land and water features.