Originally published in 1980, this book draws together a wide range of studies dealing with various aspects of land use in a text specifically designed to guide students through the complexities of the subject. It examines the history of the subject, its techniques, applications, the models that it applies and the frameworks within which it has been carried out. Land use remains a central political and practical issue in contemporary society.

Statistical data and evidence-based claims are increasingly central to our everyday lives. Critically examining ‘Big Data’, this book charts the recent explosion in sources of data, including those precipitated by global developments and technological change. It sets out changes and controversies related to data harvesting and construction, dissemination and data analytics by a range of private, governmental and social organisations in multiple settings.Analysing the power of data ...

After the Bruce Mason rescue for MI6, Mike participates in training exercises with Britain’s Special Boat Service (UK equivalent of US Navy SEALs) and passes tests that qualify him for a Royal Navy Leftenant Commander rank. Now in the Naval Reserve and on loan from CSIS to Naval Intelligence, Mike’s successes have promoted him to full commander.Winter 2021 finds him back home, dealing with a weird and witchy child–abduction case near his own neighbourhood — a case that crosses paths...