In True South Pat Barrett shares his experience of the South Island's wild hinterland in words and stunning images. With his pack and boots and a companion or two, Pat explores this awesome terrain, delighting in the sparkling lakes, the clear mountain streams and cool bush, and the views that sweep across mountain ranges to the ocean. Each trip in True South is accompanied by a brief fact file with details about access, grade and time taken, and the book includes a chapter on trip planning and a very interesting account of the history and importance of mountain huts. This is a great read for everyone who has a love of the outdoors, from the serious tramper to the vicarious adventurer.