The Ice at the End of the World

Greenland: a vast, remote island covered by a massive ice sheet that holds crucial clues about our planet’s climate history and future. In The Ice at the End of the World, Jon Gertner explores the history of exploration and scientific research on Greenland, from early expeditions to advanced ice-core drilling that uncover centuries of Earth's climate data. As the ice melts at an unprecedented rate, scientists race against time, using cutting-edge technology to understand what the melting ice reveals about our environmental future. This compelling account highlights the urgent importance of Greenland’s icy secrets in shaping our planet’s destiny.