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Antarctica is the most alien place on the planet, the only part of the earth where humans could never survive unaided. Out of our fascination with it have come many books, most of which focus on only one aspect of its unique strangeness. None has managed to capture the whole…
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1 author picked Antarctica as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I loved this book for its engrossing introduction to the history, wildlife, and landscapes of Antarctica and the people who work–and sometimes live–there.
Written by a scientist turned science writer, this book focuses less on the author and more on the people she meets over her five visits to Antarctica, but from the tantalizing glimpses of the author through her responses to the extraordinary places she visits–including South Pole Station–I know she’s someone I would like.
The last chapter of the book focuses on climate change and ice melt, and this is a reminder of how long scientists have been…
From Rebecca's list on Antarctic travel science and climate by women.
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