The Arctic
A Guide to Coastal Wildlife
Published on 26. April 2001
Book
Paperback/Softback
144 pages
978-1-84162-020-6 (ISBN)
Description
Tony Soper's guide provides an essential handbook for visitors bound for the coastal fringes of the Arctic Ocean. It also proves a fascinating source of information for naturalists and armchair explorers of the Arctic. This region is home to many species, including the polar bear, the Atlantic walrus, the Greenland shark and a multitude of migrant birds, all brought to life in this beautifully illustrated guide. Tour operators, cruise ships, the Aurora Borealis and a history of Arctic exploration are also covered for the complete guide.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Buckinghamshire
United Kingdom
Illustrations
colour illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 135 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Weight
249 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-84162-020-6 (9781841620206)
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11/2005
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Persons
Author Tony Soper was co-founder of the BBC's famous Natural History Unit and became its first film producer. Nowadays he is an expedition leader going in search of seabirds and whales and visiting the wildlife of remote islands. Award-winning illustrator Dan Powell is a full-time artist, specialising in birds. His work has been published in several key birding magazines including RSPB Birds.