Antarctica (Country Guide)
by Jeff Rubin
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Author: Jeff RubinEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2005-01-01
ISBN: 1740590945
Number of pages: 328
Publisher: Lonely Planet
Book Reviews of Antarctica (Country Guide)
Book Review: Best travel guide for Antarctica
Summary: 4 Stars
Not only is this the best travel guide for Antarctica on the market, but it is incredibly fun to read! Much more than a travel guide, this book teaches you about the history and culture of Antarctica and its surrounding islands. As might be expected, wildlife also comprises a significant portion of the book.
A few shortcomings:
I wish that more detail would have been given to the sub-Antarctic islands. Wikipedia covers these in more detail than the book, and that is disappointing. I also expected more maps, particularly in the islands component. I would have also liked to see more color pictures and would have gladly paid extra for them - LP should realize that most purchasers of this book are not going to be able to go to Antarctica anytime soon and so we are experiencing it through these images.
Again, outstanding book - be sure to pick up the Falkland Islands LP guide if you like this one!
Summary of Antarctica (Country Guide)
Ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Gape at the icebergs looming over your ship, stand awestruck in the midst of a teeming penguin colony, or glimpse a minke whale surfacing next to your Zodiac - Antarctica will astound and transform you. Written by authors with intimate knowledge of the region, this bestselling guide is your essential companion to The Ice.Get The Inside Scoop - loads of specialist contributions by experts in Antarctica's history, ecology and scientific research.
Go Wild - know your albatross from your snow petrel with our comprehensive wildlife section.
Get There - choose the best tour, expedition or flyover with our detailed transportation chapter.
Find Your Way - 52 detailed maps to help you keep your bearings.
Talk The Talk - handy glossary of unique Antarctic slang and terminology.
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