The Soviet Union

The new second edition provides a completely revised and updated text on the geography of the USSR. The book presents a comprehensive survey of the physical, economic and human geography of the Soviet Union. It is an excellent base for the study of the country and is superbly illustrated with clear maps and photographs. The most recent statistical data available are used in this new edition. Important issues such as concern for the environment, the need to find safe, renewable sources of energy and the problems of conservation are considered. These are discussed together with current industrial and urban growth, transport developments, water resource utilization and regional policy measures. Attention is also given to the historical and political background from which the modern Russian state has emerged. Contents: Preface; Acknowledgments; Transliteration; Maps and Diagrams; Photographs; Introduction; The Evolution of the Russian State; Physiography; Climate; Biogeographythe Vegetation, Soils and Animal Life; Water Resources; Population; Agriculture; Minerals, Fuel and Power Resources; Industry; Urban and Rural Settlement; Transport; The Regions; Index.