Author(s): David Relph

Canterbury | Secondhand

The Waimakariri, the Rakaia, the Rangitata - the catchments of these mighty rivers make up the magnificent high country of central Canterbury. From Tussocks To Tourists explores and explains: the formation of its landforms; the infamous norwester gales and dramatic snowfalls; the unique ecosystems; the early explorers and first pastoral runs; the big sheep stations that have been the heart of the high country for nearly 150 years; the trans-alpine road and railway sagas; the development of tourism; conservation and land tenure; art and literature inspiration. First published March 2007.