The Native Forests of New Zealand by John Halkett

The first comprehensive history of New Zealand's native forests. This book brings together the fascinating chronology of forest evolution, the complexities of the forest pattern and wildlife, the mythological yet pragmatic relationship between the Maori and the garden of Tane, and the brutal exploitation of forests following European discovery and settlement. It also reveals the long history of environmental concern over forest destruction and the turbulence of the political process which attempted to grapple with forest legislation and policy. The fluctuating success of forest management practices is outlined, and the book conclude by examining the future direction of forest management and protection in New Zealand and around the world.

With b/w and color photographs Paperback, 1991, 149ages, good condition, wear and crease in cover