By Graham Bishop and Jane Forsyth. In Softcovers, First Edition 1988, Colour and Black and White Photographs, figures, maps, previous owners name on title page, 56 pages, Published By John McIndoe and The New Zealand Geological Survey, DSIR Wellington. A Very Good Plus Copy. 'Vanishing Ice is based on a study of the Dart Glacier, a small valley glacier in Mount Aspiring national park, New Zealand. It is also a valuable introduction to glaciers in general. Glaciers have long aroused great interest and fascination. they are sensitive indicators or our environment and information from glacial studies can tell us much about changes in climate- past, present and future, the 'greenhouse effect', erosion and conservation. Throughout this attractive book the headings often pose questions such as 'How fast do glaciers move?, and the text provides a clearly written and informative answer. Vanishing Ice is well illustrated with 26 splendid colour photographs, 15 dramatic black and white photographs and many diagrams. A glossary of technical terms is included'