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Antarctica: An Encyclopedia from Abbott Ice Shelf to Zooplankton
Author(s): Mary Trewby
- Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd
- Publication Date: 1 Sept. 2005
- Language: English
- Print length: 208 pages
- ISBN-10: 1552975908
- ISBN-13: 9781552975909
Book Description
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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About the Author
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.
