Atlas of French Overseas Departments, 3: Guadeloupe
FRAtlas des départements français d'outre-mer, 3: La Guadeloupe
Guadeloupe · 1982
Related Reviews & Articles
L'Atlas de la Guadeloupe
Louis Papy · 1984
This article is an in-depth review of the "Atlas of Guadeloupe," published in 1982, which marked the completion of the series of atlases of French Overseas Departments (1975-1982). It first introduces the series' director, Guy Lasserre, and his academic vision of providing solid material for reflection to aid in the planning and development of these tropical territories. The review then details the atlas's contents. In physical geography, it covers the geology and geomorphology of Guadeloupe, particularly its volcanic structures (like the Soufrière volcano) and karst landscapes (such as the Grands Fonds). The climatology section analyzes the trade wind system, seasonal variations, and the formation and tracks of tropical cyclones (like Hurricane David in 1979). The vegetation and soil maps illustrate the altitudinal zonation of ecosystems. In human and economic geography, the article discusses population growth, shifts in employment structure (a sharp decline in agriculture, expansion of the tertiary sector), energy supply, modernization of transport networks (roads, ports, airports), and improvements in administrative, health, and educational infrastructure. It also pays special attention to the dependent islands (La Désirade, Les Saintes, Saint-Barthélemy, and French Saint-Martin), highlighting their demographic pressures, decline of traditional activities, and the socio-ecological challenges posed by tourism development. The article concludes by praising the atlas as a rich and meticulously crafted scholarly work, an indispensable and authoritative tool for the study and planning of the French overseas departments.
L'archipel Guadeloupeen en atlas
François Doumenge · 1985
This article reviews the Atlas of Guadeloupe, produced by the C.E.G.E.T. team in Bordeaux. This atlas, presented in 36 plates with extensive scientific commentary, comprehensively maps the geographical complexity of the French overseas department of Guadeloupe, including its dispersed island structure and northern territories such as Saint-Barthélemy and Saint-Martin. As the final work in a series, it synthesizes contributions from 38 co-authors and reflects the legacy of tropical geography established by scholars like Guy Lasserre. The atlas not only highlights the unique physical and human environments of the islands but also serves as a crucial scientific tool for more effective regional development, standing as a distinguished achievement of the French school of tropical geography.
Tags
Comments
Loading...
0/2000