Arctica

Few places on Earth match the Arctic's sense of grandeur. Few places inspire such respect as the North Pole. Yet, sadly, this largely pristine and mostly unexplored region is now in jeopardy. Author Sebastian Copeland's noble goal in these pages is to pay homage to this wonderland and thereby draw awareness to its perilous plight. Copeland's multi-faceted background--not only as a polar explorer, award-winning photographer, established author, and journalist but also as an environmental activist--offers us a unique vantage point from which to appreciate this lonely spot. Surely this is the last true wilderness on the planet--and its demise should ring the alarm for lower latitudes. Copeland's authority on the subject is unparalleled and, in this book, his passion for this place truly shines.