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Journeys to the Polar Regions in Search of Life, the Universe, and Our Future Renowned scientist Neil Shubin has made extraordinary discoveries by leading scientific expeditions to the vast icy landscapes of the North and South Poles. He has weathered polar storms, traveled in temperatures that freeze flesh in seconds, and worked hundreds of miles away from the closest humans, all to deepen our understanding of our world. Written with contagious enthusiasm and irresistible curiosity, The Ends of the Earth blends travel literature, science, and history in a book full of surprising and fascinating discoveries. Shubin retraces his steps on the “Dinosaur Dance Floor,” showing us where these monsters inhabited the tropical lands that once dominated the poles. It takes readers on a quest for meteorites, as meteorites preserved in ice may be older than our planet, and they can tell us about the formation of our galaxy. Readers also learn about insects and fish that develop antifreeze, and aquatic life in ancient lakes hidden miles beneath the ice that have not seen the surface for centuries. It is clear that explorers and scientists found fertile ground in these harsh environments to achieve pioneering scientific discoveries in broad fields of knowledge. Shubin shares unforgettable moments from centuries of expedition to reveal how far scientists are willing to go to understand the polar regions. In the end, what happens at the poles does not remain confined to them, as the two ends of the Earth offer profound stories that will change our view of life and our planet forever.