Arctic World

by Fred Bruemmer, Ernest S. Burch Jr., William E. Taylor Jr.

Shows and describes the wildlife of the Arctic regions, traces the history of the area, including the impact of European exploration, and looks at Inuit traditions and daily life

Genres: Nonfiction, Travel

256 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1985

Reviews

[Greg · Rating 4 out of 5]

Took some time to dust this off over the weekend. This large format, Sierra Club book is about a part of the world I've never visited, likely never will have the opportunity to visit, but one I love deeply. It struck me that efforts to forestall the killing off of the polar regions occurred when we had leaders who recognized it, but were able to do little (actually, nothing) to stop the destruction. Now we are stuck with a powerful leader who could care less and will pursue policies to accelerate this catastrophe, these photos, maps, and essays seem even more tragic; their beauty may soon be gone. I'll pass this on to my children and hopefully, one day, to my grandchildren along with the shame of my generation.

[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book, both pictures and stories. Fun fact to share, polar bear fur is transparent. Skin is black. Sun infiltrates through fur and absorbed by dark coloured skin, retain heat as fur locks it in. Great means to stay warm in the arctic. Many other interesting facts on wildlife, landscape, vegetation and of course the people.

[Chris K · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some light, informative reading on the Arctic, its people, animals, plants and exploration. There are many amazing photos that made me want to go north even more fervently.