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Publisher:
Cambridge University Press
Online publication date:
August 2014
Print publication year:
2014
Online ISBN:
9781139583817
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9781139583817
Subjects:
Atmospheric Science and Meteorology, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Climatology and Climate Change
Series:
Cambridge Atmospheric and Space Science Series
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Book description

This second edition brings this definitive book up to date with the many advances in our understanding of Arctic climate since the first edition was published in 2005. The book has also been extensively reorganized to weave issues of Arctic change throughout the text, rather than confining them to a single chapter. It is the first to provide an integrated assessment of the Arctic climate system, recognizing that a true understanding of how the Arctic functions lies in appreciating the interactions among its various components. The book begins with a historical perspective, followed by discussion of the basic physical and climatic characteristics of the Arctic. Following a review of past climates (paleoclimates), the book closes with an assessment of the Arctic's uncertain future. Though targeted mainly at advanced students and researchers, this book is accessible to anyone with an interest in the Arctic and a basic understanding of climate science.

Reviews

Review of the first edition:'… comprehensive and up-to-date book … A wealth of valuable information about the recent climate of the Arctic is presented … [in] this excellent volume … This is one of the best books on the Arctic climate system and should be required reading for all scientists and students engaged in the study of the Arctic environment.'

Source: Polar Geography

Review of the first edition:'I do like this book, which indicates current knowledge concerning the climate of the Arctic and its interaction with the lower latitudes as of today. The authors made a major effort to include recent advances … This book will be essential for all climatologists interested in the Arctic.'

Source: Polar Record

Review of the first edition:'The authors demonstrate their expert knowledge and understanding of the topic of climate and provide a comprehensive coverage of this topic, which is likely to appeal to and be useful to many readers.'

Source: Journal of Glaciology

Review of the first edition:'Researchers and students will delight in The Arctic Climate System, and I can honestly report that if I could have only one text or resource on Arctic climatology, this would be it. Perhaps the best recommendation I can give is to report that I have already adopted this text for the graduate course that I teach in Arctic Climate Dynamics. I expect it will maintain this place for many years and future editions.'

Source: Arctic: Journal of the Arctic Institute of North America

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