num_pages: 606
description: This multi-disciplinary book will cater to students and those who want to have a more critical look behind the scenes of Antarctic science. This book will take a systems approach to providing insights into Antarctic ecosystems and the geophysical environment. Further the book will link these insights to a discussion of current issues such as climate change bio prospecting environmental management and Antarctic politics. It will be written and edited by experienced Antarctic researchers and scientists from a wide range of disciplines. Academic references will be included for those who wish to delve deeper into the topics discussed in the book.
language: English
title: Exploring the Last Continent: An Introduction to Antarctica
publisher: Springer