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100 1 _aNathorst, A. G.
_q(Alfred Gabriel),
_d1850-1921
245 1 0 _aPolarforskningen
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2009
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2009-04-26
508 _aProduced by Ronnie Sahlberg and Project Runeberg (www.runeberg.org)
520 _a"Polarforskningen" by A. G. Nathorst is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This book delves into the extensive explorations and scientific research conducted in the polar regions, particularly focusing on the North Pole and the history of polar discoveries. It addresses both the challenges and the significance of understanding these icy frontiers for the advancement of scientific knowledge. In the book, Nathorst discusses various polar expeditions and the notable figures involved, emphasizing the scientific goals of exploration over mere geographical conquest. He critiques the fascination with reaching the North Pole, arguing that the scientific endeavors to study the climate, geology, and ecosystems of these areas provide far greater benefits for humanity. The text highlights the contributions of Swedish researchers to polar science, presents a history of polar exploration, and outlines the profound implications of these expeditions on our understanding of earth sciences, such as geology, glaciology, and biology, culminating in a strong argument for the value of continued research in these remote areas. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPolar regions -- Discovery and exploration
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28611
999 _c69519
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