Geography Fact Files: Polar Regions

This exciting series provides a lively introduction to core geography topics. Each book is packed with information, facts and figures, and examples from all around the globe. Clear maps and diagrams extend the expertly-written text, which covers key themes of physical geography, environmental issues, tourism and the interaction of people with the particular environment.

The regions around the North and South Poles share a harsh, freezing-cold climate, but this book also explores the important differences between them. Here you will find all you need to know about the unique features of the polar landscape, its extreme climate and often violent weather, the history of exploration and settlement in the polar regions, the special characteristics of polar wildlife on land and in the sea, and how people use and abuse polar resources.

Features:
- Defining the polar regions
- Climate and weather
- Polar oceans
- Polar resources
- Exploration to the Poles
- Polar peoples
- Polar land animals and sea creatures