South Canterbury - A Record of Settlement by O A Gillespie is a thorough history of the South Canterbury region from the Moa hunter days to the centennial of European settlement. History of the South Canterbury runs, Timaru, Waimate, Temuka, Fairlie, Burkes Pass, Geraldine, Mackenzie and Tekapo.
Many illustrations, maps and plans, folding map to rear. Second edition of 1971. Dustjacket badly stained on inside, probably from sellotape that was once used to cover the book with plastic.
Also includes a typed list of historical accommodation details, possibly compiled by a previous owner.