Complete 3-volume set of Arctic Bibliography, prepared in cooperation with the Department of Defense under the direction of the Arctic Institute of North America. This substantial reference work catalogs extensive literature related to Arctic exploration, geography, science, and military research during the early Cold War period. An important scholarly resource, especially valuable for historians, researchers, and collectors of polar exploration or government publications. Volume breakdown: Volume 1: A-LIBI Volume 2: LIBM-Z Volume 3: Index A scarce and highly regarded reference set documenting Arctic studies and research up to the early 1950s. Condition: Tight binding. First Edition set, Department of Defense, 1953. Pages are clean with no writing or markings. Light toning to page edges consistent with age. Original cloth boards show minor shelf wear and light rubbing, with library markings on spines. Overall clean, solid, and well-preserved complete 3-volume set.