To fully comprehend the nature of a land,
you must study its influence on its people. Likewise, a people cannot be
understood without considering the land where its life takes place. At the
physical level, populations develop characteristics for adaptation to their
environments. For example, sea level inhabitants are shorter on average than
those living in the mountains, and residents in cold climates are likely to be
lighter-skinned than their tropical counterparts.
Physical Geography
Geographic conditions--whether a land is
on a seacoast, in the mountains, among the grasslands or in the
forest--influence the economic and social development of a people. Populations
on small islands, because of their isolation, will probably be excluded from
having a large impact on history.
Effects of Climate
Generally, the
habitat where a person was raised tends to hold, Those who have to overcome the
extremes of climate in their daily lives acquire a tenacity and strength of
character not required in less demanding lands.
Evolving from Nomads to Settlers
This was
typical of the early nomads, but the relationship with the land changed when
societies changed. Once permanent settlements were established, private
ownership became the norm with a great emphasis on accumulation in all forms, reported
in her book. Wars became common over acquisition or retention of territory.
First, land was settled for agricultural purposes. Industrialism and commerce
followed.
Development of Cities
With the
coming of the Industrial Revolution, cities were formed so factory workers
could live close to their new workplaces. City locations were selected where
there were more geographic advantages than disadvantages. Transportation needed to be feasible by both land and
waterway, if possible. People considering settling near water had to weigh the
risks of storms that could cause flooding.
Conservation
Few cultures
feel more of a responsibility to their land, resources, People, according to The Nature. Geographical forms and far
from the rest of the country, has an intimate relationship with its natural
setting.
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