The Antarctic: A Very Short Introduction

by Klaus Dodds

Book Overview

The Antarctic is one the most hostile natural environments in the world, an extraordinary physical space which changes significantly in shape and size with the passing of the seasons. In this Very Short Introduction, Klaus Dodds provides an up-to-date account of Antarctica, highlighting the main issues facing the continent today. The book sheds light on the scientific, historical, cultural, and political significance of one of the world's most remote...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 019969768X
• ISBN13: 9780199697687
• Release Date: September 2012
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 4.2" x 6.7"