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This book shows the diversity of this region and its main tourist attractions, photographed with an eye for the unusual and best kept secrets of this fabulous part of New Zealand. Hundreds of images over 112 pages.

For the last 80 million years, New Zealand has been isolated from the rest of the world, allowing the evolution of many plants and animals unique to this country. This, combined with dramatic and ever-changing landscapes shaped by volcanoes, earthquakes, glaciers and geothermal activity, has created a natural environment of spectacular scenery and fascinating wildlife. This souvenir pictorial reveals these and other wonders, covering popular tourist destinations from Rotorua and Queenstown, to Mt Cook and Kaikoura, with handy inset... read more

Rotorua is one of the North Island's most popular tourist destinations for both Kiwis and overseas visitors alike. In 2007 there were an estimated 2.9 million visitor arrivals. Here, in this first book of Stories Behind the Scenery series, Mike Hollman's stunning photographs highlight the unique beauty of Rotorua. Sue Hall's text gives the reader the 'stories': the unique geology, the thermal activity, the Maori mythology, the people of the region from the earliest inhabitants, and the sports and activities on offer. A gorgeous sou... read more

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New Zealand from Above finds photographer David Wall in the air capturing all aspects of the landscape, from mountains, coasts and national parks to towns, cities and ports. From up high the Land of the Long White Cloud takes on a beauty all of its own and reveals secrets hidden from those on the ground - pristine coastal coves accessed only by sea; sunlight glinting off the filigree channels of a braided river; snow-covered volcanic cones; bush embracing like a discarded rug the crumpled contours of the land; sweeping golden sta... read more

This is a newly-introduced mini version of the revised Andris Apse "New Zealand Landscapes" - a pictorial photography book which has been revised and refreshed since its first publication in 1994. The book has been produced as a quality New Zealand pictorial memento.

Landscape photographer Craig Potton has selected 144 images from journeys around (and over) both North and South Islands of New Zealand capturing the essence of New Zealand's natural and cultural landscape.

DoP October 2009, NZ Hardbound, heavy gloss art paper Beached As is simple; it’s an eclectic collection of over 30 of NZ’s favourite beaches. The latitude and longitude are listed also. Where possible relevant facts about the beach, such as how it was named and what the name means are included. As an extra element well known Kiwis have been invited to add their thoughts about their favourite beaches. Waitakere Mayor Bob Harvey, Fine Artist Tony Ogle, Champion Surfer Maz Quinn, Multi Award Winning Journalist Melanie Rei... read more

One of a series of regional tourism books. Over 100 pages of photographs showing all aspects of life in Taranaki.

The West Coast of the South Island is home to many of the finest examples in New Zealand of untouched wilderness ecosystems that run uninterrupted from the crest of the Southern Alps down to the wild Tasman Sea. Five of New Zealand's national parks - all of Westland/Tai Poutini and Paparoa, and parts of Kahurangi, Mount Aspiring and Fiordland - fall within the boundary of the West Coast, and include such well known drawcards as the the 'pancake rocks' at Punakaiki, and the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers in South Westland. The beautif... read more

Reprint, previously published 2005. A land in which nature's creative forces are still awesomely at work, New Zealand can truthfully be described as one of the world's last unspoilt countries. Presented in this stunning collection of photographs and descriptive text is the sheer spectacle of the North Island's active volcanoes and thermal regions, of its idyllic beaches and glorious bush. Here too is displayed the scenic grandeur of the South Island, including the lofty Southern Alps, and the wild appeal of Rakiura/Stewart Island. ... read more

Photographer Fay Looney captures the essence of new Zealand heartland rugby in an evocative journey through the lens. Goalposts frame the scenic landscape, from the sun-drenched East cape to windswept West Coast playing fields, from the hard pitches of the volcanic central plateau to the majestic views of the mountains in the South Island. Fay's images are inspired by a passion for the game and well-known sports writer Phil Gifford adds his expert take on the rugby personalities, the sports grounds - and the goalposts. Pictured he... read more

A photographic testimony to New Zealand's magnificent natural landscapes andcultural hallmarks. This collection of over 200 colour photographs by Craig Potton is the culmination of 20 years of exploration of New Zealand. Published to replace "New Zealand Under the Southern Sky", the photographs have been extensively updated and edited to cover all of the major tourist icons and features, while the book has been rediwigned and fotmatted to create an optimal New Zealand souvenir.

Among the many people who accompany Rob Brown on his frequent trips into the backcountry, the considerable weight and size of his pack is always noted. His pack is so heavy, for on top of the necessary tramping gear and food, he always carries his large-format camera, and the requisite lenses and film. This has been a very fruitful exertion however, as though now considered old technology, this camera has been one of the cornerstones of his career, for it has enabled him to produce the remarkable, immensely detailed and beautifull... read more

Armed only with a list of recommended cafés, Mathew Hawke and Niki Grennell set off on a three-month odyssey to visit and sample the coffee culture of character cafés the length and breadth of New Zealand.
Illustrated throughout with colour photographs and a lively text design, this book can be dipped into at random or read as a journey from one café to the next. Particularly good food options are noted, and recipes of signature dishes from cafés are included. Travel notes and text breakouts iden... read more

This multi-purpose blank book is ideal for travel notes, personal diary or notetaking and features the coastal photography of Craig Potton. The journal is spiral bound and of a very high standard of production, printed on quality lined art paper and with a sturdy laminated cover.

This edition is in English German, French & Spanish

There is no other photographer in this country who has so convincingly captured the huge sweeping grandeur of the New Zealand landscape than Andris Apse. Over the last 30 years he has created an extraordinary body of work, whose scale, use of light and powerful mood has created a truly unique portrait of New Zealand. In Light & Landscape, the best of Andris Apse's New Zealand photography is masterfully presented in a superb, large-format book. Famous for his determination and patience, he has spent decades travelling all over ... read more

New Zealand: Eye on the Landscape is a fresh and original pictorial book, containing a collection of the best images of New Zealand from a wide range of landscape photographers.

Great Barrier is like New Zealand in miniature - sandy beaches, giant forests, unspoilt bush and mountains. Life is laid-back, with few cars, only a handful of shops and no banks. Divided into 3 chapters, this book captures the landscape and the people of Great Barrier Island in beautiful photos and extended captions. It is a beautifully photographed souvenir edition that will appeal to New Zealanders as well as tourists.