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Introduces the physical features and provides statistical information on the Antarctic Ocean, including its plant and animal life.

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"These two books give concise facts and figures about the Antarctic and Arctic Ocean in clear understandable English. The text is supported by photographs and diagrams. The books are full of jaw-dropping facts, such as 'The Antarctic Ocean covers about 8 million square miles.' I was constantly amazed at reading information like this (although for someone who was thrown out of geography at thirteen, perhaps this should be taken with a pinch of salt). As with the first two books reviewed there is more information at the back, such as an experiment, words to know, Internet sites and a book list. Each photograph is accompanied by a fun fact. We learn that 'In 1893, a Norwegian ship became stuck in ice in the Arctic Ocean. It stayed frozen in place for three years until it finally broke free. Luckily, the crew had bought enough food to last five years.' I wonder if the crew would have thought this as a fun fact? These books give good clear, concise information. The facts are amazing - but for some reason these books just don't excite me. It's all just pure information - a bit like reading an encyclopedia. But if a youngster already has an interest in the subject, the books probably have the wow factor that is missing for me. All the same, a useful addition to a children's library.-- ""Polar Worlds"""

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