. . . . "Pictorial works" . . . . "\"In August 2011, the whole of New Zealand encountered spectacular snows. Canterbury and the deep south saw prodigious snowfalls, bringing everyday life to a near standstill, Wellington was blanketed by its first snow in over 20 years, and areas further north, including Auckland, saw snow for the first time in decades. White out is a compelling tribute to these historic weather events. It showcases scenes at once funny, scenic, quirky, and simply beautiful - as submitted by everyday people right around the country\"--Back cover." . "White out : the historic snowfalls of 2011" .