The Mackenzie Basin is a book written by Charles Mair. It is a comprehensive account of the Mackenzie Basin, a region in the South Island of New Zealand. The book explores the history, geography, and ecology of the region, as well as the social and economic factors that have shaped it over time. The author delves into the early Maori settlements, the arrival of European settlers, and the impact of farming and industry on the environment. The book also covers the flora and fauna of the region and the conservation efforts that have been made to protect them. With detailed maps and photographs, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and ecology of the Mackenzie Basin.In the discussion which followed, the Duke of Newcastle declared that ""it seemed monstrous that any body of gentlemen should exercise fee--simple rights which precluded the future colonization of that territory, as well as the opening of lines 'of communication through it.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.