This book has been in the making for more than 20 years. The beautiful natural environment in New Zealand has been my inspiration - tall kauri forests, quiet whispering streams, majestic bush covered mountains, and stunning lakes. Throw in a few of man's best friends and a sprinkling of mad individuals, and the fodder has been there for tall tales and New Zealand bush ballads. The tales and ballads should be read allowed to get the full sound of them - don't blame me if you get caught doing this!