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Introduces the artistic legacy of the planet's frozen frontiers now threatened by a changing climate. Tracing the impact of glaciers, icebergs, and fields of ice on artists' imaginations, this book explores the connections between generations of artists who adopt different styles, media, and approaches to interpret alpine and polar landscapes.

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"This unusual and involving work is recommended for art, arctic history, and alpine history collections. It is highly recommended for the many readers interested in historic expeditions and/or climate change, who will appreciate the eye-opening dialog between art from many periods."

-- Shelly Sommer * Arctic, Antarctic, and Alpine Research *

Vanishing Ice Alpine and Polar Landscapes in Art

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      Publisher: University of Washington Press
      Publication Date: 01/10/2013
      ISBN13: 9780295993423, 978-0295993423
      ISBN10: 0295993421
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      Book Synopsis
      Introduces the artistic legacy of the planet's frozen frontiers now threatened by a changing climate. Tracing the impact of glaciers, icebergs, and fields of ice on artists' imaginations, this book explores the connections between generations of artists who adopt different styles, media, and approaches to interpret alpine and polar landscapes.

      Trade Review

      "This unusual and involving work is recommended for art, arctic history, and alpine history collections. It is highly recommended for the many readers interested in historic expeditions and/or climate change, who will appreciate the eye-opening dialog between art from many periods."

      -- Shelly Sommer * Arctic, Antarctic, and Alpine Research *

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