Pielou, E. C., 1924-2016.

A naturalist's guide to the Arctic / E.C. Pielou.

Chicago : University of Chicago Press, 1994.

xv, 327 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm

Drawing on her wide experience in the Arctic, distinguished ecologist E. C. Pielou provides field guides to plants, birds, mammals, fish, and some insects; and she explains the many phenomena of sea, sky, and terrain that amaze arctic travelers. Richly illustrated with more than 400 of the author's drawing and maps, it will be a treasure for all who care about this spectacular land. Whether planning an arctic journey, doing one, or enjoying memories of one, this book is indispensible. Designed as a compact source of information for those who must limit their load--hikers, kayakers, canoeists, rafters, photographers, and naturalists of all kinds--this guide will ensure that naturalists in the Arctic miss nothing. -- From back cover.

0226668134 (cloth)
9780226668130 (cloth)
0226668142 (paper)
9780226668147 (paper)

Natural history Arctic regions.
Sciences naturelles Arctique.
Natural history
Poolgebieden.
Ecologie.
Animaux des régions polaires.
Plantes Arctique.
Arctique.
Arctic regions.
Arctic Regions

Localisation: Bibliothèque main 308322
Cote: BIB 253743
Statut: Disponible