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The Call of Antarctica - by Leilani Raashida Henry (Paperback)
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Highlights
- "On this land of ice, where we are thousands of miles of ice and mountains, it's really beautiful.
- 128 Pages
- Young Adult Nonfiction, Science & Nature
Description
About the Book
Journey to the rugged Antarctic landscape to learn its history, its present, and the importance of protecting its future
Book Synopsis
"On this land of ice, where we are thousands of miles of ice and mountains, it's really beautiful."
Antarctica is the coldest, windiest, driest, and most remote part of the world. No one owns it. Only peaceful and scientific endeavors are permitted. It is a true wilderness. Delve into the incredible geography, biodiversity, and exploratory history of the world's coldest continent through the diary entries of George W. Gibbs, Jr., the first Black person to set foot on Antarctica.
Author Leilani Raashida Henry, Gibbs's daughter, shares the importance of protecting and understanding the Antarctic landscape and ecosystem as climate change advances. The Antarctic Treaty, which protects the continent from environmentally destructive practices such as mining and drilling, will be up for renewal in 2041, and The Call of Antarctica prepares readers with the knowledge of why it is necessary to reinstate that treaty and help protect this unique wilderness.
Review Quotes
"Antarctica is undeniably cool, and this volume makes sure we know it."--Kirkus Reviews
-- (9/1/2021 12:00:00 AM)"Older middle grade and young adult readers will find this to be a highly informative nonfiction text that will help both with research projects and with building a stronger understanding of the continent of Antarctica and its important role throughout human history." --Children's Literature
-- (6/25/2022 12:00:00 AM)"The lure and danger of Antarctica is vividly captured . . . Readers will discover a unique continent in need of preservation in this appealing, well-researched book."--Booklist
-- (12/1/2021 12:00:00 AM)