An Introduction to Geographical Information Systems | 
| Authors: Ian Heywood, Sarah Cornelius, Steve Carver
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 31650
Media: Paperback
Edition: 3
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Pages: 464
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.4
Dimensions (in): 10.3 x 7.5 x 1
ISBN: 0131293176
Dewey Decimal Number: 910.285
EAN: 9780131293175
ASIN: 0131293176
Publication Date: May 11, 2006
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Essential March 5, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought this to supplement my final year Geography degree. It was a core text in the GIS course and for good reason. It described processes and also, examples and case studies of how they're applied!
In short - a superb, well written entry level text.
Essential grounding in basic & advanced applications of GIS. December 1, 1999
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
A well written text that is highly accessible to both the reader who has no previous knowledge in GIS, and the reader who wishes to consolidate and extend their knowledge. Littered with extensive examples on the key concepts and applications of GIS, each chapter is clearly written and provides an intelligent synopsis on the area in question. Illustrations, graphics and the glossary supplement the text, aiding in understanding for the unknowledgable reader; whilst references and suggestions for further study at the end of each chapter provide the more informed reader with opportunities to increase the depth of their knowledge in specific areas. An essential book for anyone who wishes to learn, or further their knowledge on GIS.
Essential grounding in basic & advanced applications of GIS. December 1, 1999
7 out of 8 found this review helpful
A well written text that is highly accessible to both the reader who has no previous knowledge in GIS, and the reader who wishes to consolidate and extend their knowledge. Littered with extensive examples on the key concepts and applications of GIS, each chapter is clearly written and provides an intelligent synopsis on the area in question. Illustrations, graphics and the glossary supplement the text, aiding in understanding for the unknowledgable reader; whilst references and suggestions for further study at the end of each chapter provide the more informed reader with opportunities to increase the depth of their knowledge in specific areas. An essential book for anyone who wishes to learn, or further their knowledge on GIS.
Excellent Introductory Level GIS book December 17, 1998
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
This book introduces the basic principles of GIS from the perspective of a new user. Topics are covered with enough depth so that the book will also be beneficial to longer-term users. The writing style, graphics and case studies are presented in a simple and easy to read format. The book could be used as a text for a course or read by anyone interested in learning the fundamentals behind GIS technology. There is also a web site for the book that will allow readers access to current trends in GIS and URLs for case studies.
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