A report to the surveyor-general.
First edition. Seven original photographs laid down, lithographs & maps. 8vo. Half leather with cloth boards, some wear and rubbing, with original printed front wrapper loosely laid in. Former owner’s signature to title-page. 84pp. [Wellington], George Didsbury, 1886.
The photograph are taken by G.D. Valentine. “Detailed and full report of eruption and aftermath largely from two visits in June and July immediately after the event. The standard account to be read with contemporary studies by Prof. A. P. W. Thomas and F. W. Hutton. Appendices include Lawrence Cussen’s report of April ascent of Ruapehu with description of Lake Taupo.”
Bagnall 5212.
