Earth's Untouched Places (Scientific American Explores Big Ideas)

It may seem as if humans have settled across every corner of the planet, but there are some areas of Earth that remain untouched, even with modern technological advances. Through carefully selected articles from Scientific American, readers explore some of these unsettled places, including some areas that have yet to be studied by scientists in person because they are so remote and inhospitable. This fascinating adventure to the farthest reaches of our planet includes a list of additional resources for further study, as well as a glossary that defines unfamiliar terminology. Read more