Chatham Islands: Heritage and Conservation

The Chatham Islands are a part of New Zealand, but totally separate, with a character and culture entirely of their own.  The first inhabitants of the islands (the Moriori) lived in isolation for centuries before European discovery in 1791.  This revised and expanded edition describes the Chatham Islands, with particular emphasis on their geology, flora, fauna, habitats, and extinct and endangered species – both on the land and in the sea. It gives an introduction to the history of the islands and a guide to the many reserves and covenants that have been set up to protect and conserve the islands’ heritage. Profusely illustrated with an outstanding selection of colour photos, artwork and maps, as well as historical photographs.  This book is very interesting reading for all.