New Zealand Natural History

500 million years of New Zealand's prehistory with 200 illustrations that reconstruct scenes from the past. The combination of several scientific disciplines makes for a compelling narative.

Heinemann Reed, Auckland, 1988. Hardback with dust jacket. 128 pages. SECONDHAND

The Penguin Natural History of New Zealand is an illustrated encyclopaedia of New Zealand's natural heritage, flora and fauna. organised in an easy to use A-Z format and is illustrated with hundreds of fine photographs.

Penguin Publishing. Softcover. 400 pages. NEW. 

Summarises exciting new research which leads to an understanding of where our flora and fauna came from and how they evolved to become one of the strangest in the world. Also reveals the landmark environmental events which have shaped the life of today. First published 2006.

Craig Potton Publishing, Nelson, 2010. Hardback with dust jacket. 232 pages. NEW

The story of settler introductions of plants and animals, the aclimatisation societies, salmon and trout, animals for sport, the unwanted introduction of pests, the accidents and the failures.

Heinemann Publishers, Auckland, 1983. Hardback with dust jacket. 291 pages. SECONDHAND

Describes the unique characteristics of New Zealand's plants, what makes them so special. It delves into the origins and evolution of the plants, how they have inspired songs, poems and works of art, Maori myths, stories and proverbs associated with them, and their many uses as a natural resource.

Penguin Raupo, Auckland, 2008. Softback. 206 pages. SECONDHAND 

An anthology of early botanical paintings and drawings of native plants covering the period from Cook's first voyage in 1769 through to Cheesman's 'Illustrations' in 1914. Superb selection of colour plates.

Reed Methuen Publishers Ltd., Auckland, 1985. Hardback with dust jacket. 142 pages. SECONDHAND

Printer, botanist and missionary, Colenso was a very talented man. Present at the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi he later produced much early printing in th eMaori language. He met Joseph Dalton Hooker when he visited with the Erebus and Terror expedition. After Hooker became director at Kew, Colenso collected New Zealand plants for him and was a correspondant for many years. Colenso's contribution to local botany is perhaps his most lasting achievement.

Vintage Books Random House, Auckland, 2011. Hardback, no dust jacket as issued. 467 pages. NEW

Biography of CMS missionary William Colenso that details his mission work, his extensive journey's in the North Island and his botanical collecting and outher scientific interests. First published in 1948 this new edition includes his 'autobiography' published for the first time. Illustrated.

Otago University Press, Dunedin, 2012. Softback. 510 pages. NEW

A classic of New Zealand botanical study. This is the second revised edition published just after the authors death. The first edition was published in 1906. 1763 species are described, distributed over 390 genera included in 104 families.

NZ Board of Science and Art, Wellington, 1925. Harback, no dust jacket. 1163 pages. SECONDHAND

This first volume in the series deals with all the indigenous vascular plants except the monocotyledons. Detailed descriptions are provided and there are line drawings and keys to families. Thin paper edition.

Government Printer, Wellington, 1961. Hardback with dust jacket. 1085 pages. SECONDHAND

This volume in the series is concerned only with indigenous plants deals with all the monocotyledon families except Gramineae, the main descriptive text being a direct continuation from volume I.

Government Printer, Wellington, 1976. Hardback with dust jacket. 354 pages. SECONDHAND

This volume in the series describes the introduced wild plants belonging to the rush, sedge, lily, iris, arum and related families. This is very much the weed flora, some of which are serious problems.

Government Printer, Wellington, 1980. Hardback with dust jacket. 220 pages. SECONDHAND

This volume in the series describes the naturalised dicotyledons, gymnosperms and pteridophytes, the groups covered in volume I for indigenous species.

Manaaki Whenua Press, Lincoln, 1988. Hardback with dust jacket. 1365 pages. SECONDHAND

NZ is noteworthy for the richness and diversity of its lichen flora. This volume describes 958 taxa in 210 genera. Keys to genera are provided, covering foliose, squamulose, fruiticose, filiamentous and crustose lifeforms.

Government Printer, Wellington, 1985. Hardback with dust jacket. 662 pages. SECONDHAND

NZ is noteworthy for the richness and diversity of its lichens. These volumes describe 1706 taxa in 354 genera. There are nine keys and a number of colour plates. The standard work.

Manaaki Whenua Press, Lincoln, 2007. Hardbacks, no dust jackets as issued. Two Volumes, one 1006 pages, two 1254 pages. SECONDHAND

New Zealand's native and introduced poisonous plants are described and illustrated together with details of the frequency of poisoning, the toxins and the clinical signs when plants are eaten or touched. First published in 1951 this is the second revised edition. Government Printer, Wellington, 1977. Hardback with dust jacket. 247 pages. SECONDHAND

More than 750 colour pictures and descriptions of a large number of mushrooms belonging to a variety of genera. A valuable guide for the naturalist and mycologist, index of English and Latin names. First published in 1998.

Rebo International Publishers, Groningen, 2007. Hardback with dust jacket. 286 pages. NEW

Full descriptions and ecological details of the more common and more notable species. Each is illustrated to show its features, there is also a very useful key.

University of Otago Press, Dunedin, 1971. Hardback with dust jacket. 155 pages, illustrated. SECONDHAND

A survey of the little noticed mosses, lichens, liverworts, hornworts, fork-ferns and lycopods that make up the New Zealand forest floor, accompanied by superb colour photographs.

Craig Potton Publishing, Nelson, 1989. Softback. 139 pages. SECONDHAND

A comprehensive description of New Zealand's hard shore environments and the flora and fauna that live there. 380 diagrams and illustrations and descriptions of coastal environments of the wider Pacific region.

David Bateman Ltd., Auckland, 2004. Hardback with dust jacket. 504 pages. NEW

The Ferns of New Zealand and its Immediate Dependencies with Directions for their Collection and Cultivation by H.C. Field, C.E. Member of the New Zealand Institute. XXIX (29) fine lithographic plates. 138 species are described. Fine cloth binding with gilt titles. A comprehensive and well written work on the NZ fern flora, published at the height of Victorian pteridomania.

A.D. Willis, Wanganui, 1890. Cloth boards with bright gilt titles. 164 pages and 29 plates. SECONDHAND

A comprehensive, illustrated guide that includes all 193 native species and sub-species, plus 22 introduced species. Keys and descriptions enable identification and all are superbly illustrated.

David Bateman Ltd., Auckland, 1989. Hardback with dust jacket. 168 pages. SECONDHAND

A celebration of New Zealand's heritage of native plants, many unique and some threatened with extinction and all beautiful. An important reference book and a usefull field guide, many superb colour photographs. Outstanding book. Fine condition.

Reed Books, Auckland, 1991. Hardback, no dust jacket as issued. 254 pages. SECONDHAND

Descriptions and excellent photographs of native flowering plants presented alphabetically by scientific name and in their natural habitat. Grouped into island, coastal, forest, shrubland, wetland and upland types.

Reed Methuen Publishers Ltd., Auckland, 1987. Hardback with dust jacket. 122 pages. SECONDHAND

An engaging account of New Zealand's wild flowers and their regional distribution. Includes a map, a comprehensive index, a table of flowering times and common and botanical names. 260 colour illustrations.

Longacre Press Ltd., Dunedin, 1997. Softback. 184 pages. SECONDHAND

A comprehensive description of of New Zealand's endangered plants and their habitats and outlines of ways of protecting these rare plants.

A.H. & A.W. Reed Ltd., Wellington, 1981. Hardback with dust jacket. 154 pages. SECONDHAND

Threated Plants of New Zealand shows that one in thirteen of New Zealand's native plants is now threatened with extinction, 24 species are known in the wild from fewer than 200 plants. This beautifully illustrated book combines precise botanical descriptions with lavish illustrations in describing the 190 species defined as threatened.

Canterbury University Press, Christchurch, 2010. Hardback. 471 pages. NEW

New Zealand has almost 80 species of native orchid. Most have delicate, exquisite flowers and many are quite tiny. 64 pages of colour photographs make this the best book on the subject yet published.

A.H. & A.W. Reed, Wellington, 1983. Hardback with dust jacket. 124 pages. SECONDHAND

Describes New Zealand flora and economic plants, plant chemistry and pharmacology, early Maori medicinal plants, missionaries and medicine, literature on NZ medicinal plants. Includes plants, seaweeds, fungi, mosses, lichens, ferns,conifers and flowering plants. First published in 1981, this is a revised edition.

Heinemann Publishers, Auckland, 1987. Hardback, no dust jacket as issued. 268 pages. SECONDHAND

A guide to the range of plants and mushrooms with toxic properties that can be found in New Zealand, enlivened with historical background and interesting folklore. Illustrated.

Manaaki Whenua Press, Lincoln, 2009. Softback. 112 pages. NEW

A comprehensive guide to the identification, classification and biology of 88 species of Hebe, the largest genus of New Zealand native plants and 5 species of the related Leonohebe. The most in-depth guide to Hebe ever published with a full page of illustraions for each species.

Te Papa Press, Wellington, 2006. Hardback, no dust jacket as published. 388 pages. NEW

Describes 640 species of plants and where they may best be found. A New Zealand botanical classic. 118 full colour plates from colour sketches by Adams. First published in 1973, this is the second revision of 1986.

Reed Methuen Publishers Ltd., Wellington, 1986. Softback. 262 pages. SECONDHAND

Contains descriptions and photograph illustrations of indigenous flora of Mt Cook by  Prof. Wall, Dora de Beer, Prof. Algie, Charles Becken and G. Arras. Published 1925.

Lyttelton Times. Softcovers. Illustrated. 55 Pages. SECONDHAND. 

This field guide describes all 545 species of conspicious plants that occur in the Park. The attractive illustrations and descriptions enable users to correctly identify the plants. The Park has a fascinating and varied alpine vegetation adapted to all the mountain habitats.

Manuka Press, Christchurch, 1996. Hardback, no dust jacket as issued. 389 pages. SECONDHAND

New completely revised and extensively updated edition of the standard work on the Canterbury environment. Beautifully illustrated. Large heavy book.

Canterbury University Press, Christchurch, 2008. Hardback with Slipcase. 924 pages. NEW.

A charming little handbook to orchid hunting in and around Dunedin and the province of Otago. There are five tipped in plates from watercolours by the author, a member of the Dunedin Naturalists' Club.

Coulls Somerville Wilkie, Ltd., Dunedin, 1937. Card covers. 28 pages. SECONDHAND

All 580 vascular species native to Stewart Island are described and illustrated, 28 of them are unique to the island. There is an identification key and a glossary. Signed by the author.

Field Guide Publications, Christchurch, 1982. Hardback in clear plastic sleeve. 528 pages. SECONDHAND

A guide to the history and current status of the Banks Peninsula  landscape, vegetation and wildlife. Includes checklists, all in a handy small format. Well illustrated with photographs and drawings.

Canterbury University Press, Christchurch, 2009. Softback. 144 pages. NEW.

Depicts 228 species of native trees and shrubs which were painted from live specimens. Each painting is accompanied by comprehensive notes. An outstanding contribution to the botany of New Zealand. First edition. A very small amont of brown staing to some pages.

William Collins Publishers NZ Ltd., Auckland, 1975. Hardback with dust-jacket. 311 pages. SECONDHAND 

Contains over 500 colour photographs constituting the finest record of native trees ever achieved to 1980. 220+ species of tree are fully described and illustrated, the tree shape, the leaf shape, the bark, the flowers and the fruits. First published in 1980, this is the revised edition reprint of 1990.

Heinemann Reed, Auckland, 1990. Hardback with dust-jacket. 384 pages. SECONDHAND

An outstanding work with an authorative text describing more than 320 species, subspecies and varieties, in 85 genera and 51 families. 2300 photographs including details of leaves, flowers and fruits and habitats and landscapes. Seperate sections on conifers, flowering trees and tree ferns, including detailed introductions to these major groups and 54 boxed features on interesting stories associated with native trees.          

Craig Potton Publishing, Nelson, 2011. Hardback with dust jacket. 576 pages. NEW

Up-to-date, comprehensive and compact field guide that contains detailed information for the identification of all native trees in NZ, including Stewart Island and the Chathams.

Craig Potton Publishing, Nelson, 2012. Softback. 436 pages. NEW

This work covers 330 species of native trees, including tree ferns, conifers, hardwoods and monocotyledons with comprehensive information on each including the use of the timbers and propogation by seed or cuttings. Photographs by Ian Platt. A unique and valuable book.

Bateson Publishing Ltd., Wellington, 2011. Hardback, no dust jacket as issued. 398 pages. NEW.

The most comprehensive and authoritative refrence available on the identification, cultivation and landscaping uses of New Zealand's native trees and shrubs. New, fully revised and updated edition.

Raupo Books, Penguin NZ, Auckland, 2011. Softback. 408 pages. NEW

The New Story of the Kauri by A.H. Reed. Describes the history of the kauri from its place in Maori mythology to the growth of the kauri timber industry. Third edition. 

A.H. & A.W. Reed, Wellington, 1964. Hardback with worn dust jacket. Illustrated. 363 pages. SECONDHAND.

The World of the Kauri by John Halkett and E.V. Sale. Traces the history of the kauri from its use in sailing ships to 20th century renewal and conservation concerns. 

Reed Methuen Publishers Ltd., Auckland, 1986. Hardback. Illustrated. 256 pages. SECONDHAND.

Kauri by Keith Stewart, tells the story of the great Kauri of the north and the role it has played in the Maori and European history of New Zealand.

Penguin Viking NZ, Auckland, 2008. Hardback with dust jacket. 176 pages with illustrations. NEW

A complete natural history and a celebration of native trees which are now under threat from possums, progress and people. A passionate call for their preservation. 

Te Papa Press, Wellington, 2005. Softback. 346 pages. NEW

Accurate information on most aspects of the ecology, utilisation and management of New Zealand beech forests by a forest ecologist with years of experience of the species and its requirements.

New Zealand Forest Service, Wellington, 1984. Hardback with dust jacket. 447 pages. SECONDHAND

A guide to best land use with trees being grown for shelter, shade and timber and being seen as a part of the total landscape. Includes detailed descriptions of over 300 native and exotic species of tree that may be planted. 

Taitua Books, Hamilton, 1984. Hardback with dust jacket. 272 pages. SECONDHAND

The author was in charge of the New Zealand Forest Service tree nursery at Edendale, Southland where he developed highly productive methods and used plantings to great effect. This is a practical manual of trees and tree care. First published in 1973.

Northern Southland Farm Forestry Association, Dipton, 1992. Softback. 220 pages. SECONDHAND

History of New Zealand Forestry. Michael Roche describes the origins and growth of the New Zealand timber industry, starting with the spar trade of the 1790s for sailing ships to industrial forestry of the 1980s. 

GP Books, Wellington, 1990. Hardback with dust jacket. 466 Pages, illustrated. SECONDHAND.

Illustrated history of forestry research since 1920 published to commemorate 50 years of the Forest Research Institute and written by one of its longest serving employees.

New Zealand Forest Research Institute, Rotorua, 1997. Softback. 271 pages. SECONDHAND

The historical story of the protection forests on the steep mountain lands of New Zealand, essential for water quality and soil protection, and of enormous ecological value.

Canterbury University Press, Christchurch, 1995. Softback. 295 pages. SECONDHAND

Documents the whole story of planting trees to stabilise coastal sand dunes and the commercially and recreationally valuable sand forsets around the country.

Canterbury University Press, Christchurch, 1999. Softback. 168 pages. SECONDHAND

Considers various questions concerning the effect of the forest boom on the enviroment, sustainability, air and water quality etc., by a NZFRI scientist. FRI Bulletin 198.

New Zealand Forest Research Institute, Rotorua, 1996. Softback. 180 pages. SECONDHAND

One-time NZ Forest Service director Poole, considers the past history and future potential of forestry and forest products in meeting future demand. NZ forest land use and management is discussed in this context. Outstanding illustrations.

Caxton Press, Christchurch, 1992. Hardback with dust jacket. 189 pages. SECONDHAND

The illustrated autobiography of Poole who had a varied and distinguished career in New Zealand botany and forestry that climaxed with his appointment as Director-General of the forest service. Signed by the author.

C. Rex Monigatti Publishing, Wellington, 1998. Hardback with dust jacket. 144 pages. SECONDHAND

Contains a chapter on each group of organisms describing their structure and biology, followed by a guide to the New Zealand species and their habitats. Illustrated with line drawings and photographs.

William Collins NZ Ltd., Auckland, 1976. Hardback with dust jacket. 261 pages. SECONDHAND

A popular account of all the New Zealand Cicadas. The natural history of the New Zealand Glow-Worm. A second supplement to the Butterflies and Moths of New Zealand and notes on many other native insects. Seventeen colour plates. Excellent condition.

Ferguson & Osborn Ltd., Wellington, 1950. Hardback, no dust jacket. 188 pages, 17 colour plates. SECONDHAND

A text book of the insect life of both New Zealand and Australia, a general outline of the classification and morphology of insects accompanied by line drawings and colour plates.

Angus & Robertson Ltd., Sydney, 1926. Hardback, no dust jacket. 560 pages. SECONDHAND

Illustrates and describes all species of New Zealand butterfly providing a complete guide to identification and natural history including migration, basking behaviour 
and overwintering.

William Collins, Auckland, 1980. Hardback with dust jacket. 207 pages. SECONDHAND

Surveys (and discovers) the butterflies of the Tropical pacific islands and also those of the temperate islands of New Zealand to the south. Each species is fully described and illustrated.

Otago University Press, Dunedin, 2012. Hardback, no dust jacket as issued. 239 pages. NEW

A handbook for identifying tussock grassland moths and a promotion of the understanding of the whole tussock ecosystem. Includes 446 species, 35% of the total NZ Lepidoptera.

Manaaki Whenua Press, Lincoln, 2002. Softback. 362 pages. SECONDHAND

The taxonomy. distribution, and habitat preference of fifteen species of New Zealand grasshoppers are described and illustrated with precision and clarity. A definative work.

University of Cantebury, Christchurch, 1967. Hardback with dust jacket. 109 pages, 40 plates. SECONDHAND

A description of the biology and control of each of the insect pests of New Zealand agriculture and horticulture. The informative text is accompanied by photographs and fine line drawings.

Lincoln University College of Agriculture, Christchurch, 1976. Hardback with dust jacket. 312 pages. SECONDHAND

A description of the biology and control of each of the insect pests of New Zealand agriculture and horticulture, including the biological control of weeds and the arthropod parasites and predators of pest species. The informative text is accompanied by photographs and fine line drawings by Karen Mason.

Lincoln University College of Agriculture, Christchurch, 1984. Hardback with dust jacket. 373 pages. SECONDHAND

Ants of New Zealand is the outcome of a lifetime's interest in these social insects by Warwick Don and is beautifully illustrated. Of the thirty seven or so established species only eleven are generally considered to be endemic. All species are described here.

Otago University Press, Dunedin, 2007. Hardback. 240 pages. NEW.

A comprehensive guide to the fish of the rocky shore. This is a specialised habitat for over 80 species, two thirds of which are unique to New Zealand. Location maps, detailed drawings and colour photographs will aid identification.

Museum of New Zealand Te Papa, Wellington, 1992. Hardback with dust jacket. 177 pages. SECONDHAND

In New Zealand's lush rainforests, isolated from the rest of the world for 80 million years, many extraordinary birds evolved before the first human settlers arrived. Within a few hundred years of setlement, 58 species had become extinct. This book brings these lost birds to life. Wildlife artist Paul Martinson depicts the birds in rich full colour while paleontologist Alan Tennyson provides detailed information about the birds. First published in 2006. 

Te Papa Press, Wellington, 2007. Hardback with dust-jacket. 180 pages, illustrated. NEW.

This account provides a history of the Moa and is not a scientific work. There a re four themes; The whence of the Moa, the finding of the Moa, the reasons for the dissapearance of the Moa and the probable date of the bird's extinction. First published in 1931. Ex school library copy in good condition, some tape marks to dustjacket.

Thomas Avery & Sons Ltd. Hardback with dust jacket. 357 pages. SECONDHAND. 

A very comprehensive study based mainly on the collection of Moa bones in the Dominion Museum (now Te Papa). Numerous photographs and drawings and includes an essay on the discovery of Moa bones. Dominion Museum Bulletin No. 15.

Dominion Museum, Wellington, 1949. Softback. 205 pages. SECONDHAND

A very interesting pamphlet by Southland naturalist Crosby Smith on the history of the Moa. First published aa a column in the Otago Daily Times. Not in Bagnall.

Otago Daily Times Print, Dunedin, c.1910. Card covers. 20 pages. SECONDHAND

The story of one of the most exciting and extensive Moa discoveries ever made, the famous excavations at the Glenmark swamp.

Friends of the Canterbury Museum, Christchurch, 1949. Softback. 48 pages. SECONDHAND

A facinating story of scientific intrigue and personality clashes in one of the nineteenth century's great natural history discoveries.

Penguin Books, Auckland, 2003. Softback. 248 pages, illustrations. SECONDHAND

A substantial and accessible book on a national icon, packed with an interesting range of illustrations and recounting what has been learned historically and as a result of modern DNA studies.

Craig Potton Publishing, Nelson, 2012. Hardback with dust jacket. 300 pages. NEW

Presents all new reproductions of J.G. Keulemans' lithograph prints of New Zealand's native birds and the story of the renowned artist and his other important lithographic work. All 95 plates are here, 35 from the first edition, 48 from the second edition and another 12 from the suppliment. An outstanding reproduction of the most iconic of New Zealand books.

Te Papa Press, Wellington, 2012. Cloth covered boards in matching slipcase. 246 pages, 95 full page plates. NEW

Observations on New Zealand bird life at Porangahau Estuary, the Esk River, Little Barrier Island and Foveaux Strait, by one of New Zealand's earliest conservationists who calls for control of introduced predators and replanting of native forest. Scarce with dust jacket.

William Blackwood and Sons, London, 1925. Hardback with dust jacket. 195 pages. SECONDHAND

A beautiful, informative and lyrical account of the many shorebirds found in NZ, those that are resident all year and those that migrate, some from one hemisphere to the other.

Penguin NZ, Auckland, 2012. Softback. 272 pages. NEW

Field Guide to the Birds of  New Zealand is endorsed by the Ornithological Society of New Zealand and features information on distribution, habitat, population, conservation, breeding, behaviour and feeding habits. There are also distribution maps, details of key bird watching sites and stunning paintings of all the species.

Penguin Group NZ, Auckland, 2005. Softback. 440 pages. NEW. 

A selection of maps that show distribution for all but the rarest of species. There are notes on how to interpret the data and associated materials inclidung microfiches, all in a ring binder for ease of use.

D.S.I.R. & Onnithological Society of New Zealand, Wellington, 1985. Plastic ring binder. 296 pages. SECONDHAND

An authoritative description of every species of bird that lives in or visits the New Zealand region, including the sub antarctic. This large format volume remains the best general book on New Zealand birds yet published. Full colour throughout.

Reed Methuen for Reader's Digest, Sydney, 1985. Hardback with dust jacket. 319 pages. SECONDHAND

A definitive work on a unique family of birds, founded on an enormous amount of research and describing in detail their way of life, habitats and visual characteristics as well as providing a history of the bird's discovery, its importance to Maori and its place as a symbol and object of great affection in the hearts of New Zealanders. 24 colour plates and 15 black and white drawings by celebrated bird artist Raymond Ching, edited by orithologist Errol Fuller. A large format book, 340mmx280mm.

SeTo Publishing Ltd., Auckland, 1990. Hardback with dust jacket. 187 pages. AS NEW

24 Coloured Illustrations of Forest-Inhabiting Birds with descriptive letterpress. Third edition. Short tear to front cover.

Forest and Bird Protection Society of New Zealand, Wellington, 1959. String bound in paper covers. 24 colour plates. SECONDHAND

24 coloured illustrations of Sea and Shore Birds by L.A. Daff with descriptive letterpress by Robert Falla. Second edition.

Forest and Bird Protection Society of New Zealand, Wellington, 1953. String bound in paper covers. 24 plates. SECONDHAND

Introduces some of the country's top birding sites, each is described in detail including a map and directions, what birds to look for and tours available.

New Holland Publishers NZ Ltd., Auckland, 2007. Softback. 272 pages. NEW

The author spent 20 years studying kakapo behaviour and ecology and helping to save them from extinction. His work resulted in the restoration of the largest population of birds.

The Halcyon Press, Auckland, 2013. Softback. 148 pages. NEW

This biography reveals Buller as a successful Victorian New Zealander. The son of a missionary he rose to become a prosperous lawyer, an authority on ornithology and publisher of Buller's Birds of New Zealand.

GP Books, Wellington, 1989. Hardback with dust jacket. 336 pages. SECONDHAND

A lucid and balanced evaluation of the life and work of the sometimes controversial Austrian explorer and naturalist by the best loved of New Zealand historians.

Hodder and Stoughton, Auckland, 1981. Hardback with dust jacket. 196 pages. SECONDHAND

The story of Dr Lance Richdale, internationally renowned for his research on seabirds, most notably the New Zealand yellow-eyed penguin and the the royal albatross of Tairoa Head, Otago.

Otago University Press, Dunedin, 2011. Softback. 198 pages. NEW

New Zealand Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, Bulletin 103. Preliminart reports of the investigations in Fiordland, in 1949. Illustrations and folding map.

D.S.I.R., Wellington, 1951. Paper covers. 99 pages. SECONDHAND

Takes the study of New Zealand's natural environment in radical new directions. Part ecology, part history, part personal odyssey, it offers a fresh perspective on our landscapes and our relationship with them. First edition.

Victoria University Press, Wellington. 1995. Softback. 376 pages. SECONDHAND

A classic of New Zealand farming and natural history this book recounts the story of the Hawkes Bay station and the changes in farming practice and the local wildlife astutely and lovingly observed by the author. Illustrated with photographs and drawings. First published in 1921, this is the third edition. This copy without dust jacket.

William Blackwood & Sons Ltd., Edinburgh and London, 1953. Hardback, no dust jacket. 444 pages, folding maps to rear. SECONDHAND