<div><p class="MsoNormal"><I>GIS and Cartographic Modeling</i> is a foundational work in the field of geographic information systems (GIS). An introduction to the concepts, conventions, and capabilities of map algebra as a general language, this book describes the analytical use of raster-based GIS. By focusing on the fundamentals of cartographic modeling techniques, C. Dana Tomlin illustrates concepts that can be applied to any GIS. This publication of<I> GIS and Cartographic Modeling</i> contains updated graphics and a new preface.</p></DIV>