Many parts of the world are currently experiencing the outcome of processes of economic integration, globalization and transformation. Technological advances in telecommunications and in transport facilities have opened up new possibilities for contracts and exchanges among regions. External...

Chapter 1. Introduction -- Part I. Antecedents of Regional Science -- Chapter 2. Adam Smith (1723–1790): Uncovering His Legacy for Regional Science (Roberto Camagni) -- Chapter 3. Johann Heinrich Von Thünen (1783–1850): A Systemic View of Human Interaction within Space (Tomás Ponce...