Contains many colour photographs and narrative descriptions to create a portrait of the geography of the Central South Island. This title includes chapters that describe the glaciers of the area, the mountains, the rivers, the ranges, the highest peaks, and conservation concerns. The wildlife of the area is also featured.

Fiordland is one of the planet's great wilderness areas, where monumental landscapes combine with a mosaic of miniature worlds. Located on the southwest coast of New Zealand, much of its landscape was formed by great valleys carved out by glaciers which are now half-drowned. This book is for travellers, nature-lovers and scientists alike.

'Central' is a spectacular and unique region, set apart from the rest of the South Island by its geology and climate, which nurture a diverse range of flora and fauna. From alpine plants to the secrets of valley floor life, this book introduces a natural environment.