Geography of Asia

Book Details

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Author: Ranjit Tirtha

• Language: English

• ISBN: 9788170336921

• Pages: 440

• Binding: Paperback

• Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.9 x 0.7 inches

• Release Date: 1 January 2021

• Publication Year (Original): 2001

• Sale Territory: India

About the Book

"Asia: A Contemporary Geographical Survey" offers a comprehensive, systematic exploration of Asia—its physical environment, cultural patterns, political structures, and regional divisions—presented with a strong focus on contemporary developments.

Over the past four decades, Asia has emerged as a dynamic and transformative region. This book examines:

• Physical geography — climate, terrain, and natural resources.

• Human and cultural landscapes — population growth, language diversity, religions, and settlement patterns.

• Economic activities — agriculture, fishing, mineral and energy resources, and industrialisation.

• Regional analysis — detailed coverage of Southwest Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia, and Central Asia.

The text is enhanced with up-to-date statistical tables and detailed maps, reflecting the author’s three decades of experience as a traveller, researcher, and teacher in Asian geography.

Ideal for students, educators, and general readers, this work serves as a solid foundation for understanding the complexity and diversity of Asia’s geography.

Contents Overview

1. The Natural Setting – Asia’s situation and physical features.

2. Human & Cultural Landscapes – Population patterns, languages, religions, rural and urban settlements.

3. Economic Activities – Agriculture, fishing, minerals, energy, and industry.

4. Nations of Asia – Detailed studies of key regions and countries, from the Arabian Peninsula to Japan and Central Asia.

5. Conclusion – Asia’s role and challenges in the new millennium.

About the Author

Ranjit Tirtha, Professor Emeritus of Geography at Eastern Michigan University, has been teaching in India and the United States since 1958. He has authored several influential works, including Society and Development in India, The Science of Maps, An Economic Geography of India, and Geography of India. Known for his clear explanations and scholarly depth, he combines academic precision with readability for a broad audience.