GGR 360 - Winter 2026 Key Terms Review for Final Exam

A collection of key terms and concepts relevant to understanding cultural geography and landscape studies.

Morphology of Landscape

The study of the form and structure of landscapes, influenced by cultural forces.

Cultural Landscape

A landscape shaped and transformed by cultural practices and human agency.

Vernacular Landscapes

Landscapes that are created by a group of people modifying their environment to survive and create order.

Cultural Hegemony

The predominance of one cultural group over others, often achieved through consent rather than coercion.

Subversion

The act of undermining established systems or authorities, often as a strategy for social change.

Automobility

The influence of automobiles on urban life and culture, central to modern consumerism and social organization.

Post-industrial Landscapes

Urban environments that have transitioned from industrial production to new forms of economic activity.

Mass Culture

Cultural products that are widely consumed and distributed, significantly influenced by media and social trends.

Flânerie

The practice of observing, experiencing, and immersing oneself in the rhythms of urban life.

Enclosure Movement

Historical transition from communal land use to private ownership, leading to urbanization and class division.

Phenomenology

A philosophical approach that emphasizes individual experience and perception in understanding the world.

Male Gaze

A concept describing how visual arts often depict women from a masculine perspective, objectifying them.

Diasporic Identity

Cultural identities that are fluid and influenced by the migration of people across different spaces.

Technological Sublime

The awe and beauty associated with technology and industrial achievements, reflecting human innovation.

Cultural Studies

An interdisciplinary field focusing on the cultural meanings and practices within various social contexts.

Visual Pleasure

The aesthetic enjoyment tied to normative gender and class relations expressed through art and culture.