The Wiley Blackwell Companion to Political Geography by Virginie Mamadouh
The Lady of Big Shanty explores the tension between human resilience and the challenges posed by nature, set against the backdrop of wilderness. The story follows a young man from a primitive settlement as he encounters the complexities of interacting with the more affluent members of society. His connection to the wilderness becomes central to his identity, as his past experiences and actions in nature shape how others perceive him. The narrative reveals the contrasts between rustic life and the refined world, highlighting how one's background influences their interactions and sense of self. As the protagonist shares stories of survival and heroism, the narrative delves into themes of courage, identity, and the unpredictable forces of nature. The presence of a fugitive figure further complicates the story, adding intrigue and suspense while emphasizing the stark realities of life in the wilderness. The novel portrays how individuals are shaped by their environment and how those connections to nature influence their relationships with others.Virginie Mamadouh is Associate Professor of Political and Cultural Geography at the University of Amsterdam. She is a political geographer who works on geopolitics, globalization, European integration, new media, and multilingualism.
Natalie Koch is Professor of Geography at the Syracuse University Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs. She is a political geographer who works on geopolitics, authoritarianism, identity politics, and state power in hydrocarbon-rich countries.
Chih Yuan Woon is Associate Professor in the Department of Geography at the National University of Singapore. He is a political geographer with research interests in critical geopolitics, postcolonial geographies, peace, nonviolence, and security.
John Agnew is Distinguished Professor of Geography and Italian at UCLA. He previously taught at Syracuse University for more than 20 years. He is the author, co-author, and editor of numerous books on geopolitics, globalization, and governance.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781119753971 |
| ISBN 10 | 111975397X |
| Title | The Wiley Blackwell Companion to Political Geography |
| Author | Virginie Mamadouh |
| Series | Wiley Blackwell Companions To Geography |
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| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | John Wiley and Sons Ltd |
| Year published | 2025-06-05 |
| Number of pages | 672 |
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