Life in the Tundra (What on Earth?)

The book offers an overview of the subject, including what a tundra is; where tundra areas are found; what animals and plants live there and how they have adapted to suit the extreme conditions; how people survive in the tundra; why the tundra is under threat, and much more. Each spread has a fact box highlighting key concepts relating to the main theme. Full-colour illustrations and photographs bring the subject to life.