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Antarctica: An Encyclopedia from Abbott Ice Shelf to Zooplankton

Antarctica: An Encyclopedia from Abbott Ice Shelf to Zooplankton

by Mary Trewby (Editor)

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    Hardcover 2008

    $4.69
Synopsis

Arranged alphabetically and extensively cross-referenced, this fact-packed, definitive guide to Antarctica includes over 1,000 entries and 250 photographs covering climate, geology, natural history, exploration, science, tourism and conservation.

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
 Pages: 208
 Edition: illustrated edition
 Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd
Published: 11 Apr 2008
ISBN 10: 1552975908
ISBN 13: 9781552975909

Media Reviews
This beautifully illustrated guide to Antarctica features a true encyclopedia layout, with over 1000 concise, alphabetically arranged entries and 250 photographs that cover natural history, climate, geology, tourism, and more.--Betty Galbraith Library Journal (10/01/2002)
A good basic Antarctica search engine in book form.--Pat Burkette Victoria Times-Colonist (12/01/2002)
Concise articles...illustrated by fine photographs (many in color) and maps...substantial bibliography... Reasonably priced, recommended for all levels.-- (01/01/2003)
A handsome addition to a coffee table... a required purchase for libraries.-- (12/01/2003)
Invites readers to browse its pages ... as much a coffee table book as a reference book.-- (06/01/2003)
A highly readable and definitive reference.--Globe and Mail (11/23/2002)
With nearly 1,000 entries and a wealth of stunning photographs and illustrative maps, this resource will be frequently used to answer both simple and complex questions.--Booklist (03/01/2003)
Author Bio

Produced by the award-winning documentary company Natural History New Zealand, this book captures the landscape, wildlife and atmosphere of Antarctica as well as the fascinating detail of its history and science. The work of highly qualified researchers was reviewed by a panel of international experts to ensure accuracy, while the mix of historic and modern photographs illustrate every facet of the frozen continent.