The North Pole Was Here: Puzzles and Perils at the Top of the World (New York Times Books)

by Andrew Revkin

Paperback, 2007

Status

Check shelf

Call number

J 910.9

Genres

All Topics

Nonfiction

Publication

Kingfisher (2007), Edition: 1, Paperback, 128 pages

Description

Discover the North Pole and the arctic ice that covers the ocean water there. Learn about historical expeditions, and the recent one the author joined and where these chapters were written.

Local notes

1505-219

User reviews

LibraryThing member addict

This exciting book is certain to fascinate readers. Revkin, a New York Times reporter, relates his journey to the top of the world in the company of scientists studying climate changes. The informative chapters weave together accounts of his experiences and observations with details about the

environment, its exploration, and scientific concepts. He recounts ancient perceptions of the far north, the difficulties faced by the first explorers, and the highly publicized early-20th-century race to the pole. He also covers topics such as the movement of the magnetic pole, extracting and studying core samples of ancient rock for geological information, and tactics for surviving extreme conditions. The work of climatologists and oceanographers is introduced, along with a glimpse at the possible effects of global warming. Shortened articles from the New York Times on related subjects appear throughout. The illustrations include full-color photographs of the author's trek, archival reproductions and photos of previous excursions, original diagrams that clarify concepts, and maps. A blend of colorful full-bleed photos with text overlaid and smaller, bordered images makes for a dynamic layout. The wonderfully written narrative will pull youngsters into the book and hold them there willingly until the last page

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LibraryThing member Chris177

I love to read anything about the poles! They just fascinate me; I mean who doesn’t fantasize about the ends of the Earth? This book covers both the legends and lore of the northern most point as well as the science of the cold and white place. A good read for both the young and old.

LibraryThing member jenunes

The North Pole Was Here: Puzzles and Perils at the Top of the World is a truly engaging book that will be perfect for those budding explorers, scientists, and activists. Taking on the challenge of researching the history of the North Pole, the current predicament, the results of climate changes and

mankind's tempering with mother nature, Revkin does a wonderful job drawing in the reader as we explore and learn so much more about the top of the world.

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