Description |
280 pages : illustrations, maps and portraits, some in colour ; 30 cm |
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regular print |
Contents |
In a beautiful frozen world -- Early images and contacts -- Exploitation and exploration: 1775-1893 -- The first continental exporations: 1898-1918 -- Claimed, exploited and occupied: 1920-1945 -- The evolution of the Antarctic Treaty: 1940-1960 -- From Antarctic Treaty to Madrid Protocol: 1960-1990 -- After the Madrid Protocol: 1991 -- Free of all loneliness |
Summary |
This is a comprehensive history of Antarctica from the earliest human contact through to the present. It covers the early explorers (Polynesians), the flora and the fauna, geological features, and the amazing marine diversity. The author discusses the physical and emotional effect of Antarctica on explorers, scientists, workers and visitors |
Analysis |
Australian |
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Biological sciences (Antarctic) |
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History (Antarctic) |
Notes |
"This revised edition incorporates the latest research and fresh information about the white continent, and includes the latest stories of human impact"--Jacket |
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Previously published: Sydney : State Library of New South Wales Press, 1996 |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
SUBJECT |
Antarctic Regions -- Discovery and exploration.
http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85005493
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Antarctic Regions -- History. http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh2008114199
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LC no. |
2013387283 |
ISBN |
9781921719578 (hardback) |
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