Book ID: 94686
Thomas, D. N., G. E. Fogg, P. Convey, C. H. Fritsen et al.
The Biology of Polar Regions. 2nd ed. 2008. (Biology of Habitats). 8 col. pls. 129 illustr. 416 p. gr8vo. Hardcover.
Concise and affordable overview providing complete coverage of the field, and based on a successful lecture course. Thoroughly revised (60%) and updated. Incorporates comparison of Arctic and Antarctic systems, with a particular emphasis on the effects of climate change. Expanded coverage of marine ecosystems and the impact of humans.