Commercial Geography by Jacques W. Redway
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"Commercial Geography" by Jacques W. Redway is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The work primarily addresses the intricate relationships between geography, commerce, and civilization, emphasizing how the evolution of commerce correlates with societal development. The book serves as a comprehensive resource intended for high school and business college students, exploring the factors affecting commerce, including climate, topography, and transportation methods. The opening of "Commercial Geography" introduces readers to
key concepts linking commerce and modern civilization. It asserts that effective communication and trade have been essential for the growth of society, highlighting how cultural exchanges and commerce have civilized various peoples. The author discusses historical transformations driven by industrial advances, such as the Bessemer process for steel, and how these developments reshape trade routes and economic centers globally. Redway sets the stage for a deeper exploration into how geographical conditions dictate the flow of commerce in subsequent chapters, indicating the book's foundational premise about the interdependency of geography and economic activity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Redway, Jacques W. (Jacques Wardlaw), 1849-1942 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Commercial Geography A Book for High Schools, Commercial Courses, and Business Colleges |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Kevin Handy, John Hagerson, Greg Bergquist, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HF: Social sciences: Commerce |
| Subject | Commercial geography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 24884 |
| Release Date | Mar 20, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 715 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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