The South Island of New Zealand

In 1979 the photographer Robin Morrison and his family spent seven months on the road in the South Island, where Morrison photographed people and places. The resulting book was published in 1981 by Alister Taylor and became an overnight success.

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Critic Reviews

The photographs in The South Island of New Zealand From the Road are not just images stolen away. Like good and sensitive photographs should, they are bringing us news. They record relationships as much as places, people and things.

-- Hamish Keith

Massey makes the best illustrated books in New Zealand and has produced another gorgeous piece of publishing. It’s a museum piece, clean and elegant

-- Steve BrauniasRead less

About the Author

Robin Morrison (1944–1993) was one of New Zealand‘s most significant documentary photographers, best known for his portrayal of the New Zealand countryside, everyday life and vernacular architecture. His images of the occupation of Takaparawha Bastion Point and the 1981 Springbok Tour are among some of the most important in our photo documentary history. He was the photographer behind several books in collaboration with noted writers, including Michael King and Keri Hulme.

Product Details

Publisher

Massey University Press

Published

2nd March 2023

Pages

200

ISBN

9781991016393