The Little Book of Trees
The Little Book of Trees
The Little Book of Trees
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Description
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A charming, richly illustrated, pocket-size exploration of the world's trees
Packed with surprising facts, this delightful and gorgeously designed book will beguile any nature lover. Expertly written and beautifully illustrated throughout with color photographs and original color artwork, The Little Book of Trees is an accessible and enjoyable mini reference about the world's trees, with examples drawn from across the globe. It fits an astonishing amount of information in a small package, covering a wide range of topics--from tree anatomy, diversity, and architecture to habitat and conservation. It also includes curious facts and a section on trees in myths, folklore, and modern culture from around the world. The result is an irresistible guide to the amazing lives of trees.- A beautifully designed pocket-size book with a foil-stamped cloth cover
- Features some 140 color illustrations and photos
- Makes a perfect gift
About the Author
About the Author
Herman Shugart is professor emeritus of natural history at the University of Virginia. Peter White is professor emeritus of biology at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Shugart and White are coauthors of The World Atlas of Trees and Forests (Princeton). Tugce Okay is a natural history illustrator who works primarily with watercolors. Her work has appeared in many books and magazines.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
"Tugce Okay proves once again that she is an artist of high merit with her exquisite illustrations. . . . Shugart and White have done a magnificent job."---David M. Gascoigne, Travels with Birds
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Princeton University Press
Pub date:
2024-04-02
Length:
160 pages
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