Physical geography and environmental geoscience encompass the study of Earth’s surface and the dynamic interactions among its spheres—the lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere.

WHAT Mr. Stephenson describes as “general” is more commonly known among teachers as “physical” geography; but since an understanding of the broad principles, with which he deals in this attractive ...

The widening gap between critical human and physical geography raises concerns about the long-term viability of our field and spurs regular calls for reintegration. Even a brief review of these calls ...