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Kiwi Tracks: A Tramper in New Zealand (Lonely Planet Journeys) (Paperback)

by Andrew Stevenson (Author)

4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

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Paperback: 264 pages
Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications; illustrated edition edition (1 Oct 1999)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0864427875
ISBN-13: 978-0864427878
Product Dimensions: 19.7 x 12.8 x 1.3 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 582,650 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Lonely Planet has a reputation for publishing knowlegeable, quirky and enthralling travel literature, looking at familiar destinations in a new light. Their approach is different from more mainstream publications, focusing on the very essence and experience of travelling as much as the countries themselves.

New Zealand is the stated subject of Andrew Stevenson's Kiwi Tracks but his inner emotions, life history and candid backpacking experiences interweave to form an engaging subtext. Stevenson spent four months on the road, two months on South Island and two on North Island. He bypassed the urban centres as often as he could to walk through the National Parks, Fiordland and stroll along Ninety Mile Beach. In search of the spirit of the places, he talks to fellow travellers and locals, immersing himself in the "generosity and hospitality of Kiwis".

Stevenson's beautiful, prosaic style expertly captures the country's sense of space and isolation, from the ancient forests of Gondwanaland to the volcanoes of Tongariro National Park. He peppers his book with personal, sometimes painful experiences and in his quest to discover the true beauty of New Zealand's varied landscape, Maori heritage and culture, he reaches a truer understanding of himself and his need to travel. -- Anna Hornsey

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The world of low-budget travel can be summed up with one image: the backpacker. This is the tale of Andrew Stevenson's hitchhike around New Zealand. It captures the life of the backpacker, from spending time in a Maori settlement to being caught in a snowstorm on an exposed mountain track.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Why a lot of us will head back....., 7 Aug 2001

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Essential reading for all (including New Zealanders), at home or away.

Andrews writing uses humour as he portrays the Aussie - Kiwi rivalry through meetings, trys to pick up the NZ accent, and provides some interesting views on the continual battle of the Treaty. All along, as he hikes a number of tracks from South to North, he highlights why New Zealand is considered one of the most beautiful places on earth. Although, I did find that Andrew came across a little negative anytime his journey crosses the path of civilisation.

Definite read if interested in NZ in anyway. Easy to read - which is important to me!

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5.0 out of 5 stars gives you a sense of what to expect, 9 Feb 2004

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"Kiwi Tracks" is an easy read and yet by the end of it, you feel as if you know New Zealand, and the author. I picked up a copy at the local library and it reminded me of my own trip through the length and breadth of New Zealand. For anyone about to go, or for those who have been, it's an excellent read about one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Makes me want to go take the next plane back to NZ.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Everyone should read it!, 6 Aug 2000

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Its amazing how accurately Andrew Stevenson depicts New Zealand and the ease as to which the reader is drawn in by the descriptive passages and shared experiences. I went to NZ for the first time in April, and reading Kiwi Tracks just takes me back - just small coincidences mentioned by the author make make me chuckle, like the glow worms in Te Anau - I know where he was! Everyone should pick up this book, and I am sure they wouldn't be able to put it down... its a journey that should be shared by those alike who have trampled his tracks and those who would like to know more about, in my opinion, the most beautiful country in the world.

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4.0 out of 5 stars A really nice diary of trip to NZ
Please dont read this expecting a travel guide to trecking.... sorry 'tramping' around New Zealand because thats not what this book is all about. Read more

Published 11 months ago by A. Evans

5.0 out of 5 stars Kiwi Tracks
A number of people have reviewed this book, commenting on the fact that it was more about the author's inner feelings than the actual country. Read more

Published 21 months ago by JMac, England

5.0 out of 5 stars classic literature
This is a multi-dimensional book, providing brilliant descriptions of New Zealand's nature, poignant anecdotes, true-to-life portrayals of Kiwis and other visitors alike, poetic... Read more

Published on 9 Oct 2006 by Arthur Mills

2.0 out of 5 stars Distractingly self-centered
The author falls into the trap of believing we are more interested in his personal thoughts rather than the majesty of his surroundings in this account of a young mans travels... Read more

Published on 2 Aug 2006 by Martin Anderson

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Kiwi Tracks was a book that I could simpply not put down, im afraid I am a person who verry rearly ever finishes... Read more

Published on 6 Sep 2005

5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshing Kiwi
I loved this book and could not put it down. It was very refreshing to read. The author Andrew showed depth and much understanding to all the locals and various travellers he met... Read more

Published on 22 Mar 2004

3.0 out of 5 stars Running away to tramp
This is a book about tramping, as New Zealanders colloquially refer to hiking. Although New Zealand is a country renowned for its natural beauty, there is no substitute for... Read more

Published on 5 Jul 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars Humour, depth and adventure make this a wonderful read
I've never been to New Zealand, but I want to now I've read Andrews account. Far from being a simple account of the places he visited, he casts a spell on the reader with vivid... Read more

Published on 27 Sep 2000 by John M. Kennett

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent insightful read - of relevance the world over
And I thought, as a New Zealander, I knew New Zealand and it's culture! Andrew Stevenson has produced an exceptional read, giving insight into all that was and is great about New... Read more

Published on 9 Mar 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Un-put downable!
Even if you never had a desire to visit New Zealand this book, a nice slim, pocket-size paperback, is a must to read and introduces this remote country in a most endearing way,... Read more

Published on 28 Jan 2000

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