An original copy of this little book is quite a find, as it was first printed in a limited edition in 1894. The book describes Malcolm Ross's visit by boat and on foot to Fiordland and Milford Sound. His story begins at Preservation Inlet and ends at Te Anau. Beautifully illustrated with water colours by the acclaimed Robert Hawcridge, one of the leading artists of the day,
Malcolm Ross went on to become a New Zealand war correspondent during World War One, and to cover Parliamentary news until the 1920s. He was also an accomplished mountaineer,
This book is in very good condition for its age. Check out our facsimile edition of this book in our West Coast collection for a less expensive option.