Iceland
Iceland by Chris McNab, published by Amber Books Limited on April 14, 2019, is a visually captivating exploration of one of the world’s most unique countries. This edition features 224 pages filled with stunning color photographs that showcase Iceland’s diverse landscapes, including its volcanoes, glaciers, and geothermal features. The book provides insights into the island’s geographical significance, sitting on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, and highlights its temperate climate, despite its proximity to the Arctic Circle.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of Icelandic life and nature, from the vibrant birdlife and whale-watching opportunities to the striking black sand beaches and national parks. The book also delves into the use of waterfalls for hydro-electric power and the urban life in Reykjavik. Each photograph is accompanied by informative captions that explain the context and story behind the images, making this collection a comprehensive visual guide to Iceland’s remarkable scenery and culture.
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A hotspot in the North Atlantic, Iceland is one of the world’s most unusual countries. It is Europe’s second largest island but its most sparsely populated country. Sitting astride the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, linking the North Atlantic plate with the Eurasian plate, it is closer to Greenland than Europe. It lies just south of the Arctic Circle, but, warmed by Gulf Stream waters, has a temperate climate. It has fiery volcanoes and freezing glaciers, striking black sand beaches and hot geysers – the word geyser itself comes from Icelandic. And a geologically young landmass, Iceland is still taking shape: a volcanic eruption in 1963 caused the formation of the new island of Surtsey. Iceland is a fascinating exploration of this most beautiful island. From volcanoes and lava flows to geysers and geothermal pools, from bird life to whale-watching, from national parks, verdant valleys to inland tundra, and from how waterfalls are used for hydro-electric power to Reykjavik’s city life, the book is packed with 200 spectacular colour photographs. Presented in a landscape format and with captions explaining the story behind each entry, Iceland is a stunning collection of images celebrating the world’s most curious island.
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