The Arctic

The Arctic: A Barometer of Global Climate Variability provides a comprehensive source of information on all aspects of the Arctic region. Through thorough research, first-hand accounts and case studies, the book details international arctic research initiatives and native environments, including flora and fauna. Sections explore the impact of climate change, the effect of the Arctic on climate change, the environmental issues facing the region and how it is adapting. It is also a must-read source of information for polar scientists, applicable PhD students, early researchers, environmental scholars, and anyone searching for information on any aspect of the Arctic region.

Users will find a great resource that brings together all aspects of Arctic research into one concise book.

• Provides comprehensive coverage of numerous aspects of Arctic science, including polar light, Arctic resources and environment, climate change effects, the Arctic ocean, Arctic history and research initiatives, and environmental risks, among others
• Explores the Arctic region from a comparative global perspective, likening it to other regions and detailing the Artic environment
• Uses computer modeling to investigate the effect of climate change on the Artic and the Arctic's effect on global climate change