For courses in world regional geography. Helping Students Understand the Tension Between Globalization and Local Diversity. This contemporary approach to World Regional Geography introduces the latest ideas, concepts, and theories in geography while also developing a strong foundation in the fundamentals of world regions. It helps professors convey a strong sense of place and an understanding of the connections within and between world regions. "Globalization and Diversity" focuses on the core materials that students need in a World Regional Geography course. The 5th Edition features new content on everyday globalization, and the tools, skills, and applied approach of contemporary geography. Table of contents : 1. Concepts of World Geography 2. Physical Geography and the Environment 3. North America 4. Latin America 5. The Caribbean 6. Sub-Saharan Africa 7. Southwest Asia and North Africa 8. Europe 9. The Russian Domain 10. Central Asia 11. East Asia 12. South Asia 13. Southeast Asia 14. Australia and Oceania