New Zealand: Its Physical Geography, Geology And Natural History (1867)

By Ferdinand von Hochstetter

Book Overview

""New Zealand: Its Physical Geography, Geology And Natural History"" is a comprehensive book written by Ferdinand Von Hochstetter in 1867. The book provides a detailed account of the physical geography, geology, and natural history of New Zealand. It covers a wide range of topics, including the country's topography, climate, flora and fauna, geology, and mineral resources. The author, Ferdinand Von Hochstetter, was a geologist and naturalist who spent several years studying the geography and geology of New Zealand. He was appointed as the official geologist for the Austrian government's scientific expedition to New Zealand in 1858-1859. During his time in New Zealand, he collected a vast amount of geological and natural history specimens and made detailed observations of the country's landscape and natural features.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of New Zealand's physical geography, geology, and natural history. The first chapter provides an overview of the country's geography and topography, including its mountains, rivers, lakes, and coastlines. The following chapters delve into the country's flora and fauna, describing the various species of plants and animals that are found in New Zealand.The book also includes detailed descriptions of the country's geology and mineral resources, including its volcanic activity, earthquakes, and mineral deposits. The author provides a detailed account of the geological history of New Zealand, including the formation of its mountains and the processes that have shaped its landscape over millions of years.Overall, ""New Zealand: Its Physical Geography, Geology And Natural History"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the geography, geology, and natural history of New Zealand. It is a comprehensive and detailed account of the country's physical features and natural resources, written by an expert in the field.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120654920
• ISBN13: 9781120654922
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 566 Pages
• Weight: 2.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"