John Pascoe Chris Maclean

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John Pascoe Chris Maclean Author Climber Hisotrian Photographer In his heyday John Pascoe 1908-1972 was known as Man of the Mountains an accolade he earned for climbing many virgin peaks in the Southern Alps and as the author of numerous books on early exploration and mountaineering. But these achievements have tended to obscure his other remarkable contributions to New Zealand life - as a photographer historian archivist and administrator.In this lively and revealing biography Chris Maclean looks beyond the alpine exploits which made him a legend in his lifetime to draw a memorable portrait of a generous vital and enthusiastic man. Illustrated with more than 300 photographs many of them taken by John Pascoe this book will appeal to those who share his passion for the outdoors and to anyone interested in New Zealands historical and culturual development in the 20th Century. Above all this is an inspiring account of a life lived well and to the full.ISBN 0473094436