Isbn: 9781528011785 - the economics of location (classic reprint) (4 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the field of location theory, proposing a new theory of foreign trade and a systematic theory of economic regions. The author sought to view all economic activities geographically - not just in the case of specific problems, as had been done before, but throughout the field. Traditional location theory had primarily focused on a simple problem: given all locations but one, determine this one. The author argues that this premise is flawed since location choice isnât typically made in isolation. Instead, the theory should consider the impact of selecting a location on all other locations. For example, establishing a new enterprise in a particular spot could prompt competitors to reconsider their own locations. The impact of such location choices on customers and suppliers is also examined. The author distinguishes between the form and substance of their activities, exploring how location can determine the object of consumption as well as the form of production. Overall, this book offers a comprehensive and innovative approach to location theory, providing deep insights into the complex relationships between space and the economy. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…