| Description |
1 online resource : illustrations (some color), color maps |
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text txt rdacontent |
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computer c rdamedia |
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online resource cr rdacarrier |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
Foreword -- Into the ice -- Unknown southern land -- Byrd and the Bear -- At the bottom of the world -- Secrets of the ice -- Flora and fauna -- Human-made trouble -- Working and living in Antarctica. |
| Indexed In: |
Booklist, 12/15/2021 |
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Kirkus Review, 9/1/2021 |
| Summary |
Chronicles the life of George W. Gibbs, Jr., the first person of African descent to go to Antarctica, and explores the geography, biodiversity, and history of the continent. Examines the complicated relationship between humans and Antarctica, and highlights the importance of protecting the continent in the face of climate change. Includes color and black-and-white photographs, maps, a glossary, and additional resources. |
| Audience |
6-12. |
| System Details |
Mode of access: World Wide Web. |
| Note |
Description based on book record and eBook viewed on November 29, 2021. |
| Subject |
Biodiversity -- Antarctica.
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Electronic books.
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Antarctica.
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Antarctica -- Exploration.
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| ISBN |
9781728411668 |
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