Life on Svalbard

Name: Life on Svalbard
Brand: Penguin Random House Distribution
SKU: 9780744095098
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Finding Home on a Remote Island Near the North Pole

By Author Cecilia Blomdahl and Cecilia Blomdahl

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An inspirational story about life on an Arctic island where polar bears roam free and northern lights shine. Join Cecilia Blomdahl in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, the world's northernmost town. Located in the Arctic Ocean near the North Pole, Svalbard is a unique archipelago that boasts stunning wintry... Read More

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An inspirational story about life on an Arctic island where polar bears roam free and northern lights shine.

Join Cecilia Blomdahl in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, the world's northernmost town.

Located in the Arctic Ocean near the North Pole, Svalbard is a unique archipelago that boasts stunning wintry landscapes, endangered arctic animals, and awe-inspiring natural phenomena. Since 2016, Cecilia has called this beautiful and remote location home. Along with her partner Christoffer and her dog Grim, she has adjusted to life at the top of the world—where polar bears roam free and the northern lights shine.

With evocative text and spectacular photography, Cecilia shares the joys and challenges of adapting to an inhospitable climate along with advice and insight for anyone seeking to thrive in unusual living conditions.

Whatever your location, Life on Svalbard will give you a deeper understanding of why people choose to live in extreme environments, and perhaps help you find the hidden magic of where you live, too.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780744095098

Publisher: DK

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 15 October 2024

Country: United States

Imprint: Dorling Kindersley

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 221.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 1279g

Pages: 256

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About the Author

Cecilia Blomdahl is originally from Sweden and moved to Svalbard in 2015. Her social media journey began when she started posting content online about living in an environment where polar bears rule the tundra and winter is spent in complete darkness. She has amassed more than 4 million followers across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. Cecilia's content focuses on daily life on Svalbard in a positive and educational way.

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