This 224-page title guides you through the Australian interior, from the arid bush to the lush rain forests, and to the dazzling Great Barrier Reef. Informative essays describe the country's fascinating history and the extraordinary wildlife of each of its spectacular natural environments. Practical tips sections tell you where and how best to spot the wildlife as well as plan transportation, accommodation and safari guides. The work is lavishly illustrated with more than 250 spectacular photographs as well as 17 specially commissioned maps.