Islands of the Arctic
"Islands of the Arctic is a beautifully illustrated and nicely written account of the varied island environments of the polar north...Islands of the Arctic should be part of the required reading for all those interested in understanding the environmental and cultural threats facing the Arctic."   The Times Higher Education Supplement"A visually stunning exploration of the Arctic islands..."   Paper Clips"This is indeed a beautiful book, and worth buying for the illustrations alone...It is also informative, spanning a broad range of topics to give a comprehensive view of the environment and history of these fascinating islands."   Bulletin of the American Meterological Society"... a must for any explorer interested in the Arctic."   The Explorers Journal"Dowdeswell and Hambrey have a way of describing the fascinating array of Arctic landforms and coastal phenomena in just enough scientific detail to create a stimulating text that flows smoothly around the photographs...the superb text will interest readers from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences."   Science Books & Films"Highly recommended."   Choice