Last Updated: March 22, 2025
The book blends travel, science, and environmental writing to deepen our understanding of animal and plant life, the history of our ice ages, the age of dinosaurs, the history of Western exploration, and the clues meteorites preserved at the poles contain about the cosmos. Written with infectious enthusiasm and irresistible curiosity, Shubin shares lively adventure stories from the field to reveal just how far scientists will go to understand polar regions and to reveal the poles’ impact on the rest of life on the planet.
The Rough Guide to Argentina updated
by Heather Jasper
Combines expert recommendations, practical tips, and detailed maps with cultural insights and language support, offering curated itineraries, must-see attractions, and advice for exploring diverse regions, from glaciers to vibrant cities, while emphasizing sustainability and enriching experiences for independent travelers.
Maine Coast: with Acadia National Park
by John Blodgett, Alexandra Hall, Kate McCarty, Mary Ruoff
Whether you want to eat lobster, sail on a windjammer, or hike Cadillac Mountain, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Maine are here to help! Fodor’s Maine Coast: with Acadia National Park guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time.
Fodor’s Alaska
by Teeka Ballas, J. Besl, David Cannamore, Amy Fletcher, Daawnell Smith, Lex Treinen
Whether you want to spot wildlife in Denali National Park, cruise past glaciers in Glacier Bay, or experience the Northern Lights, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Alaska are here to help!
Fodor’s Washington, D.C.
by Barbara Noee Kennedy, Laura Rodini, Jessica van Dop DeJesus, Taryn White
Whether you want to explore the Smithsonian Museums, stroll along the Wharf, or dine in the city’s increasingly sophisticated restaurant scene, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Washington D.C. are here to help!