Arctic and Antarctic (Eyewitness Guides)

Few areas on earth capture the imagination like the unspoilt polar wildernesses. Their rich natural and human history is one of triumphant adaptation to hostile conditions. This superb collection of photographs brings these the earth's spectacular extremities vividly to life. Learn about the mighty polar bear king of the Arctic and the emperor penguins that live and breed near the South pole the reindeer and moose of the northern tundra and the microscopic animals of Antarctica. See the way of life and artistic achievements of the hardy communities of the Arctic and the brave endeavours of international pioneers such as Scott and Amundsen who explored these frozen wastes. Packed with fascinating facts Arctic & Antarctic is a unique and compelling introduction to two of the world's last wild places.

Title - Arctic and Antarctic (Eyewitness Guides)

Edition -

Author - Barbara Taylor

ISBN 13 - 9780751360332

Imprint - Dorling Kindersley Publishers Ltd

Publisher - Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Date Published - 11/12/1997

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Binding Type - Hardback

Dimensions - 223 x 288 x 12mm

Weight - 574 g

Languages - English