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Arctic Naturalist: The Life of Dewey Soper

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Dewey Soper was a Canadian naturalist, explorer, and conservationist who spent his life studying the Arctic wilderness. He was born in 1883 in Oxford County, Ontario, and grew up on a farm. He developed a love of nature at an early age, and spent much of his childhood exploring the woods and fields around his home.

Arctic Naturalist: The Life of J. Dewey Soper

by Anthony Dalton

4.6 out of 5

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In 1904, Soper moved to the Yukon Territory to work as a fur trapper. He spent the next several years trapping fur-bearing animals such as beaver, muskrat, and fox. While working as a trapper, Soper began to develop an interest in the natural history of the Arctic. He collected specimens of plants and animals, and made observations on the behavior of wildlife.

In 1912, Soper joined the Canadian Arctic Expedition, which was led by Vilhjalmur Stefansson. The expedition spent two years exploring the Arctic archipelago, and Soper was responsible for collecting specimens of plants and animals. He also made observations on the Inuit people, who lived in the Arctic.

After the Canadian Arctic Expedition, Soper returned to Canada and worked as a naturalist for the National Museum of Canada. He spent the next several decades conducting research on the Arctic wilderness. He traveled to the Arctic many times, and collected specimens of plants and animals, and made observations on the wildlife. He also wrote several books and articles about his experiences in the Arctic.

Soper was a pioneer in the field of Arctic conservation. He was one of the first people to recognize the importance of protecting the Arctic wilderness. He worked to establish several national parks and wildlife reserves in the Arctic, and he helped to raise awareness of the threats facing the Arctic environment.

Soper died in 1982 at the age of 99. He was a respected scientist and conservationist, and his work helped to shape our understanding of the Arctic wilderness.

This book tells the story of Soper's life and work. It is a fascinating account of a man who dedicated his life to studying the Arctic wilderness. The book is full of beautiful photographs and illustrations, and it provides a unique glimpse into the life of one of Canada's most famous naturalists.

Arctic Naturalist: The Life of J. Dewey Soper

by Anthony Dalton

4.6 out of 5