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With the sharpest of frosts we've experienced in the UK this winter 2008/09, we could be forgiven for thinking that climate warming is a just a myth. Jennifer Smith, who lives and works on the north coast of Alaska, assures us that it is a matter of grave concern, nowhere more evident than in the habitat of the polar bear. Her article 'Polar Bears on the Edge' tells us what it's like filming in the harsh arctic conditions, and begs the question 'what if' they don't survive'?

From two of our readers, Bernadette Hince and Ken Catford, we have some excellent book reviews. Bernadette revisits the issue of climate change, and looks at the polar history of the Norwegians, whilst Ken concentrates on polar biographies. All four books should be available through good bookshops, otherwise follow the publishers' links that are given next to the cover images.

Talking of history, veteran antarctican Michael Gilkes takes us back to the days when Leith Harbour, South Georgia, was a bustling whaling station and he a young doctor. In his inimitable style he captures the atmosphere of days long gone. As a contrast to Michael's story, Paul Acke has kindly allowed us to illustrate it with a present-day photo of the waterfront - where the predominant colours are rust.

See also our review of the new DVD Polar Bears of Arctic Alaska, and don't forget to check out our Events page if you are in, or likely to visit, the UK. The Scott Polar Research Institute in Cambridge is hosting "Inuit on Celluloid" this spring, a series of films devoted to Inuit culture.

Because of the success of our Summer 2008 edition, we have added 'Art' to the list of menu items and hope to bring more art-related articles to you in the future. Any contributions welcome!

Thank you to everyone who has generously given their time and efforts to this edition of Polar Worlds, and to those readers who have e-mailed us with their words of encouragement.

Solveig Gardner Servian
FRAI, FRGS
Editor

The biography of Frank Debenham. He was one of the youngest members of Scott's last expedition and the founder of the Scott Polar Research Institute in Cambridge. This is an interesting and entertaining book that anyone connected with the polar world will want to have on their bookshelf. Click on the cover for a full description and how to order.

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Home Arctic Antarctic Art Organizations Book Reviews Children's Books Events Museums How to contact us About us Terms and Conditions 'Don't go looking for Antarctica without this book.' - Susan Solomon Click here for more information	Editorial With the sharpest of frosts we've experienced in the UK this winter 2008/09, we could be forgiven for thinking that climate warming is a just a myth. Jennifer Smith, who lives and works on the north coast of Alaska, assures us that it is a matter of grave concern, nowhere more evident than in the habitat of the polar bear. Her article 'Polar Bears on the Edge' tells us what it's like filming in the harsh arctic conditions, and begs the question 'what if' they don't survive'? From two of our readers, Bernadette Hince and Ken Catford, we have some excellent book reviews. Bernadette revisits the issue of climate change, and looks at the polar history of the Norwegians, whilst Ken concentrates on polar biographies. All four books should be available through good bookshops, otherwise follow the publishers' links that are given next to the cover images. Talking of history, veteran antarctican Michael Gilkes takes us back to the days when Leith Harbour, South Georgia, was a bustling whaling station and he a young doctor. In his inimitable style he captures the atmosphere of days long gone. As a contrast to Michael's story, Paul Acke has kindly allowed us to illustrate it with a present-day photo of the waterfront - where the predominant colours are rust. See also our review of the new DVD Polar Bears of Arctic Alaska, and don't forget to check out our Events page if you are in, or likely to visit, the UK. The Scott Polar Research Institute in Cambridge is hosting "Inuit on Celluloid" this spring, a series of films devoted to Inuit culture. Because of the success of our Summer 2008 edition, we have added 'Art' to the list of menu items and hope to bring more art-related articles to you in the future. Any contributions welcome! Thank you to everyone who has generously given their time and efforts to this edition of Polar Worlds, and to those readers who have e-mailed us with their words of encouragement. Solveig Gardner Servian FRAI, FRGS Editor New for this edition: Polar Bears on the Edge An Episode of Legal History Polar history and climate change books reviewed by Bernadette Hince Polar biographies reviewed by Ken Catford DVD Review: Polar Bears of Arctic Alaska Events Deb: Geographer, Scientist, Antarctic Explorer The biography of Frank Debenham. He was one of the youngest members of Scott's last expedition and the founder of the Scott Polar Research Institute in Cambridge. This is an interesting and entertaining book that anyone connected with the polar world will want to have on their bookshelf. Click on the cover for a full description and how to order.

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