Antarctica is a continent almost entirely buried by snow and ice. It is so hostile and remote that it has no permanent residents. Surrounded by the Southern Ocean, Antarctica covers nearly 9 percent of the Earth's land. Though hostile it is acknowledged as the world's last great wilderness and has fascinated scientists, photographers and geologists alike for many years. This book contains some of the most sensational photos of snowy landscapes, frozen bays, floes - of the severe and rough Antarctica.