ABSTRACT

As the use of geographical information systems develops apace, a significant strand of research activity is being directed to the fundamental nature of geographic information. This volume contains a collection of essays and discussions on this theme.

What is geographic information? What fundamental principles are associated with it? How can

chapter 5|30 pages

Representational Commitment in Maps

chapter 6|23 pages

Granularity in Change Over Time

chapter 7|36 pages

A Theory of Granular Partitions

chapter 9|19 pages

Regions in Geography: Process and Content

chapter 10|15 pages

Neighborhoods and Landmarks

chapter 13|15 pages

Geographic Activity Models