The Arctic is the only guide to the vast and fascinating frontier surrounding the North Pole. The practical advice and comprehensive background found in this nature guide is essential for intrepid explorers and armchair travellers alike. Engagingly written and exploding with colour, the book covers all eight Arctic countries (Canada, Finland, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Russia, Sweden, and the USA) and features chapters written by experts on Arctic exploration, scientific research, indigenous peoples, literature, and activities.