Routledge - The New European Rurality: Strategies for Small Firms

In an era of growing public concern regarding urban sprawl and the conversion of agricultural land, understanding the economics of land-use is essential. This book from the Economic Geography Series provides a novel synopsis of how land-use functions within modern economic frameworks. Readers will examine the impact of transportation and technological change on rural landscapes and the economic principles that drive these shifts. The text is structured to help you understand the specific types of land-use questions that economic analysis can address and the various methods available to find those answers. Whether you are studying economic geography or looking for practical applications in policy-making, this work offers a clear look at how economic principles influence the management of public lands and rural development. It serves as a resource for understanding the complex relationship between economic theory and real-world land management.