The cold, bare landscapes of Earth's poles may not seem welcoming to life, but their snowy hollows and glacial waters hide an astounding variety of creatures, from the familiar but dangerous polar bear to the elusive giant squid to the tiny tardigrade. All struggling to survive in a harsh landscape, the animals of the poles defy logic and invite awe at their remarkable features. David Elliot's lively poetry is full of admiration and love for the...