{"title":"Andy Newing","description":"\u003cp\u003eAndy Newing’s works offer insightful explorations into the interplay between geographic information systems and social sciences. Readers can expect a thoughtful blend of technical knowledge and its practical applications in understanding societal patterns and behaviours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a focus on spatial analysis and the social world, Newing’s books are a valuable resource for those interested in geography, urban studies, and interdisciplinary research methods. The writing is clear and engaging, inviting both students and professionals to deepen their understanding of these complex subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gis-and-the-social-sciences-by-dimitris-ballas-9781138785137","title":"GIS and the Social Sciences","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGIS and the Social Sciences\u003c\/em\u003e offers a uniquely social science approach on the theory and application of GIS with a range of modern examples. 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