Description
*Norway in the Antarctic – From Conquest to Modern Science* tells the story of Norway’s unique role in Antarctic exploration and research. The book is written in English and provides a comprehensive overview of the most important milestones in Norwegian activity on the world’s southernmost continent.
The story begins with Roald Amundsen’s historic conquest of the South Pole in 1911, before tracing developments through the heyday of whaling, the mapping of Antarctica, and Norway’s claim to Queen Maud Land in 1939. The book also describes Norway’s central role in the establishment and development of the Antarctic Treaty, which since 1959 has governed international cooperation and peaceful research in Antarctica.
An important chapter is the development of the Troll Research Station, which was upgraded to a year-round station in 2005, marking the beginning of a new era for Norwegian polar research. The book shows how Norway continues to play a central role in climate, environmental, and polar research in Antarctica.
The publication was written by a team of leading Norwegian researchers, historians, and polar scientists, and combines historical events with modern research and international collaboration. With richly illustrated content and accessible text, the book is suitable for those interested in the polar regions, students, researchers, and anyone who wants to learn more about Norway’s long tradition in Antarctica.
