The Human Planet: Human Geography in the Anthropocene

The Human Planet redefines how we teach human geography by connecting foundational concepts to the most urgent issues of our time—from climate change and migration to inequality, urbanization, and health. Built for interdisciplinary appeal and grounded in systems thinking, this engaging, media-rich textbook helps students see the relevance of geography in their lives, their majors, and their futures. Designed for general education and lower-division courses, The Human Planet is perfect for large lecture halls, online courses, and non-majors alike. Its accessible tone, modular format, and pedagogical design help students build critical thinking skills while exploring the relationships between people, place, and planet. Key Features - Narrative-based structure: Each chapter blends storytelling with geographic concepts and real-world case studies. - Systems thinking: Students engage with feedback loops, spatial interconnections, and root-cause analysis. - Interdisciplinary relevance: Built to connect with majors in business, engineering, health, environmental science, and more. - Flexible and modular: Use chapters in sequence or standalone. Aligned with AP Human Geography topics for easy adoption. - Instructor-ready tools: Includes assessments, rubrics, discussion prompts, and companion StoryMap activities. - Multimedia-rich: Embedded videos, simulations, maps, and interactive tools support deeper learning.