Arctic National Wildlife Refuge : Seasons of Life and Land

Jimmy Carter, George Schaller and Bill Meadows narrate the story with essays that delve into the history of the refuge, the political battles--past and present--and the fragility of the ecosystem. Wildlife biologist Fran Mauer walks us through the refuge noting the geological and geographical uniqueness of one of the world's last wild places. Debbie Miller depicts the people of the refuge, the Inpupiat Eskimos and the Gwich'in Athabascan Indians, illuminating their subsistence living and the interdependence of the animals and the cultures of the refuge. David Sibley explores the prolific bird life and migrations at the refuge with an eye toward the delicately balanced ecology of the region. Peter Matthiessen, reflecting on his journey through the refuge with Banerjee, passionately defends the need to preserve these lands and the people and wildlife they shelter.