Surviving Antarctica by David N Thomas
Explores how life survives the extreme conditions of one of the most sensitive and inhospitable parts of the planet, which has for centuries fascinated scientists, explorers and writers. This book shows how male Emperor penguins use their feet to protect their young, and how the effects of global climate change have an influence on the region.
'If you are one of the increasing numbers of people planning to visit the Antarctic, this book might come in handyInformative and digestible.' Alison George, New Scientist'Well written, well designed, easy to read and a really useful addition to the public outreach. I hope that it sells many copies!' D.W.H Walton, in Antarctic Science Journal'A very personal look at a land of terrifying winds and fearful coldA...also superb photographs.' David Graham, in Manchester Evening News
Professor David N. Thomas is a marine scientist at the University of Wales, Bangor and has worked in polar regions since 1991. He has conducted five expeditions to the Antarctic and two to the Arctic to study the dynamics of sea ice and the organisms that live within it. He has written science features for 'Science', 'BBC Wildlife Magazine' and 'New Scientist', and is author of 'Seaweeds' (Natural History Museum, 2002) and 'Frozen Oceans' (Natural History Museum, 2004). Ray Mears wrote the foreword to the book. He is perhaps the foremost expert on bushcraft and survival. He has also become a household name through his books and television series including 'Tracks', 'World of Survival', 'Extreme Survival', 'Trips Money Can't Buy with Ewan McGregor', and 'The Real Heroes of Telemark'.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780565092177 |
| ISBN 10 | 0565092170 |
| Title | Surviving Antarctica |
| Author | David N Thomas |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | The Natural History Museum |
| Year published | 2007-05-24 |
| Number of pages | 96 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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