A SCIENTIFIC AND ARTISTIC MASTERPIECE
This carefully designed publication provides an exceptional journey through Spitsbergen's natural and scientific heritage, inspired by Anton Rolandsson Martin's historic 1758 expedition, one of Carl Linnaeus’ celebrated apostles.
”Naturae Observatio SPITSBERGEN Science Expeditions" is more than a book — it is a portfolio of knowledge, art, and discovery. With contributions from leading international experts, this limited-edition volume (250 hand-bound copies) combines newly written texts, illustrations, maps, and unique foldouts to create a comprehensive resource for both specialists and enthusiasts of Arctic studies.
The publication is the culmination of The Bridge Builder Expeditions (2016–2020), which retraced Martin’s historic route along the western coast of Prince Charles Foreland (Prins Karls Forland). During these expeditions, the first autonomous field station, ”Martin’s Eye,” recorded over 2 million observations, providing unprecedented insights into this fragile Arctic ecosystem.
KEY FEATURES
- MULTIDISCIPLINARY CONTRIBUTIONS: Eighteen distinguished writers from thirteen European institutions – including Stockholm University, the Norwegian Polar Institute, The IK Foundation and the University of Cambridge – contribute expertise in fields such as history, oceanography, meteorology, and natural history.
- RICH VISUAL CONTENT: Spanning over 400 pages and featuring six large fold-outs (46 pp. in total), the book displays maps, timelines, panoramas, and artworks, providing a multi-dimensional view of Spitsbergen’s past, present, and future.
- Historical and Modern Perspectives: The volume links 16th-century voyages with contemporary research, emphasising the development of nature conservation, climate science, and Arctic biodiversity.
- CLASSIC DESIGN: Each hand-bound copy, crafted in Denmark, is a collector’s item, showcasing an elegant cloth binding, sewn headbands, and two bookmarks.
A LEGACY OF EXPLORATION: Founded on Anton Rolandsson Martin's 1758 observations, the ”Naturae Observatio SPITSBERGEN Science Expeditions” signifies a profound commitment to scientific inquiry and environmental responsibility. This initiative honours Martin’s enduring legacy while promoting advanced modern research through rigorous fieldwork and global collaboration.
EDITORIAL: This monograph, published as part of the "Mundus Linnæi series" and available internationally in English, exemplifies rigorous scholarly research and scholarly integrity. It is overseen by Editor-in-Chief Lars Hansen and Editorial Secretary Viveka Hansen, with contributions from subject editors including Arne Ardeberg, Martin Jakobsson, and Fridtjof Mehlum. The publication reflects a comprehensive and authoritative approach to its subject matter.
WHY DOES THIS MATTER? As the relentless march of climate change reshapes the Arctic, ”Naturae Observatio SPITSBERGEN Science Expeditions” stands as both a poignant record of vanishing knowledge and a call to action. It beckons us to cherish the delicate balance of one of Earth’s last wild frontiers and inspires future scientists, historians, and conservationists to safeguard its future.
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