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The General Theory of Location and Space-Economy

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I. Introduction, 476. — II. Early contributions to general location theory: the evolutionary approach of Alfred Weber, 479. — III. Predöhl and the substitution principle in location analysis, 482. — IV. The contribution of Hans Weigmann, 489. — V. The Lösch model of a space-economy operating under conditions of monopolistic competition, 494. — VI. The inter relation of trade and location theories, 502. — VII. Conclusion, 505.

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  • Walter Isard, 1949. "The General Theory of Location and Space-Economy," The Quarterly Journal of Economics, President and Fellows of Harvard College, vol. 63(4), pages 476-506.
    • Handle: RePEc:oup:qjecon:v:63:y:1949:i:4:p:476-506.
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