When Captain Scott made his dash to the Pole, Dr. Levick remained in winter quarters and devoted himself to a study of the animal life of the Antarctic, and the curious social and community life of the penguins in their rookeries. "We cannot praise too highly the patient and careful observation which is evident in every page of this delightful book." -The Atheneum "The book verily is quite a rare little treat, and we like the natural way, the jolly way, it is written." -Saturday Review "A delightful little book....The author is Dr. G. Murray Levick, of the Royal Navy. Dr. Levick was the zoologist to the Scott expedition. His book is, in a way, a tribute to the funny and friendly creatures who did so much to cheer him and his companions during their two long years in the far South." -The Nation "Interesting study of the habits of these curious and amusing birds by the zoologist of the Scott expedition." --New York State Library Education Department Bulletin "Life near the poles is a heart-breaking monotony, slash with sudden dilemma, danger and death. Here is an honest transcript of it that partakes of all these elements." -Life Magazine "The author was zoologist to the British Antarctic expedition, 1910-1913, and he writes an interesting account of these South-polar inhabitants. He says that when seen for the first time an 'Adelie penguin gives you the impression of a very smart little man in an evening dress suit.'" -Booklist "Nice, affectionate, wobbly beasts described with much human sympathy." -Independent "We have to congratulate the author on his well-told story." -The New York Times "The merit of the book lies in the detailed and minute accuracy of the author's observations." -Spectator