Description Share Post All About Antarctica A Fact Book About the Southernmost Continent Written and illustrated by Marc Martin (Big Picture Press) All About Antarctica is a hugely impressive picture book guide to the vast continent of ice. It is full of vibrant artwork and is packed with and facts on every page. Importantly, it also addresses the continent’s environmental fragility and global importance. Marc Martin’s words and artwork are beautifully put together in this entertaining and informative look into life on the continent. This reviewer was surprised to learn about the extent of the human presence there, which is detailed fully. Of course we also learn about the unique natural world. It’s more than just penguins! There are fascinating and unusual aspects about the continent. Here, readers can explore animals such as colossal squids and migrating whales. Surprising geographical features are revealed, such as active volcanoes and majestic icefalls. The information about the many research stations and how humans survive in the extreme cold is particularly revealing. We learn about the scientific research being carried out, while there are also humorous insights. For example, the USA research base McMurdo Station can occupy over 1,000 people and has a 24-hour pizza hotline! This really is the perfect companion book for anyone wanting to know everything about Antarctica.
