antarctica

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Rescue in Antarctica

an Isabel Soto geography adventure
2010
In graphic novel format, follows the adventures of archaeologist Dr. Isabel Soto as she leads a rescue mission in Antarctica and learns about the history of research and exploration on the icy continent.

Ecosystems

2005
Presents an introduction to the ecosystem of the continet of Antarctica, providing information on the plants and animals that live there, as well as the issues that threaten their survival.

Antarctica

1997
Describes the geography, wildlife, and exploration of the world's fifth largest continent, Antarctica.

Poles apart

the natural worlds of the Arctic and Antarctic
1990
Compares the origins, exploration, wildlife, plant life, scenery, and ecology of the North and South Poles.

Without you

2007
A young penguin and his father receive comfort from each other as they wait for the mother penguin to return from her diving.

In the empire of ice

encounters in a changing landscape
2010
Discusses the peoples of the high Arctic, their traditions, and the changes they face in the modern world and from global warming, in a book that looks at languages, hunting traditions, and religious practices.

Antarctica 2041

my quest to save the earth's last wilderness
2009
An activist and adventurer makes predictions about imminent environmental dangers associated with the 2041 expiration of an international treaty protecting Antarctica and discusses what can be done to prevent specific problems.

Life at a polar research station

2013
Describes what life is like working at a polar research station.

Antarctic adventure

exploring the frozen South
2000
Recounts the adventures of early Antarctic explorers.

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