This geography series looks at world development issues from a global perspective that challenges assumptions about developed and developing countries. This title explains why people settle in particular places, the infrastructure settlements need and the historical reasons for migration.

This geography series looks at world development issues from a global perspective that challenges commonly held assumptions about developed and developing countries. This title explains why people settle in particular places, the infrastructure settlements need and the historical reasons for migration. Case studies, statistics and quotations are given and questions included to stimulate discussion and encourage debate.