A Field Guide to the Flinders Ranges

Edited by David Corbett

Rigby, 1980, [First Edition], ISBN 0727011650, colour photographic plates, black and white illustrations, hardcover, dustjacket

Very Good Condition, some edge and shelf wear, some rubbing and bumping to edges and corners, previous owners inscriptions to half title page, dustjacket shows a little edge and shelf wear with some rubbing and bumping to edges and corners, closed tears and minor chipping (see photographs)

“The Flinders Ranges must surely be among the most impressive of Australia’s few mountain areas.  The sharp contrast in relief from the surrounding dry plains and the abruptly rising ranges creates a visually exciting and dramatic landscape.  The elusive character of the Flinders attracts visitors from around Australia to savour the purple mountains, the gum-lined creek beds, the physical diversity of ranges, valleys, plateaux, and plains.
Nine specialist authors have pooled their research findings and knowledge of this remarkable area to produce this informative Field Guide.  Now every visitor can ascertain the specific name for the plants, birds, mammals, insects, reptiles, fishes, frogs, rock types, and landforms they observe.  Each chapter provides background information on the particular field of knowledge, and most contain keys and checklists in addition to illustrations as helps in identification.  These features make this book the first comprehensive Field Guide to the fascinating Flinders Ranges.”

Included contributions by:
C. R. Twidale
D. W. P. Corbett
R. H. Kuchel
H. Mincham
C. J. M. Glover
M. J. Tyler
T. F. Houston
J. B. Paton
P. F. Aitken