Birds, Beasts and Fishes (by R.C. Lamb)

• 1964 edition. RARE. 184 pages.
• Publisher. North Canterbury Acclimatisation Society
• Hardcover. D/j. Format B. Index
• Condition. Good

The First 100 Years of the North Canterbury Acclimatisation Society

Between January 1867 and March 1880, no fewer than six shipments of birds were brought from England to Canterbury. In the same period hares became established in the province and brown trout were distributed in our rivers.

There are many facets to the story of acclimatisatiion in Canterbury. Whichever one the author fastens on, whether it be deer, pheasant, ostrich or bumble bee, he writes about it with a clarity and in a way that carries the reader along. This book offers captivating insights into the social history of Canterbury.