Scotland and the Antarctic

Section 1: Background - Arctic and Antarctic

William Speirs Bruce is the central figure in this book, but to understand his place in Antarctic exploration, background material is included about the nature of Antarctica, the history of polar exploration and other explorers and expeditions. The continued work of polar exploration and research is covered in section 7 on the legacy of Bruce.

Introduction

Scotland and the Antarctic

Comparison of Arctic and Antarctic regions

Arctic exploration

The Nature of Antarctica