Trees and Woodland in the British Landscape
Title | Trees and Woodland in the British Landscape PDF eBook |
Author | Oliver Rackham |
Publisher | Weidenfeld & Nicolson |
Total Pages | 318 |
Release | 2020-03-19 |
Genre | Nature |
ISBN | 1474614051 |
A beautifully written classic of nature writing. 'A masterly account...of supreme interest...a classic' Country Life Long accepted as the best work on the subject, Oliver Rackham's book is both a comprehensive history of Britain's woodland and a field-work guide that presents trees individually and as part of the landscape. From prehistoric times, through the Roman period and into the Middle Ages, Oliver Rackham describes the changing character, role and history of trees and woodland. He concludes this definitive study with a section on the conservation and future of Britain's trees, woodlands and hedgerows.
Britain's Trees
Title | Britain's Trees PDF eBook |
Author | Jo Woolf |
Publisher | Rizzoli Publications |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 2020-04-07 |
Genre | Nature |
ISBN | 1911358863 |
A guide to identifying Britain's trees and to the rich folklore and traditions connected with them. From hawthorn to holly and from beech to blackthorn, each of Britain's forty or so native trees are illustrated and a text weaves together the fascinating natural history, folklore, traditions, and remedies connected with them. Particularly famous and significant trees around the country are included too, some dating back thousands of years. As well as a fascinating book to dip into, the illustrations allow the book to double as an identification guide. Trees have a special place in British hearts, and this book is a superb celebration of that love.
The Trees of Great Britain & Ireland
Title | The Trees of Great Britain & Ireland PDF eBook |
Author | Henry John Elwes |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 362 |
Release | 1906 |
Genre | Arboriculture |
ISBN |
Trees in Britain, Europe and North America
Title | Trees in Britain, Europe and North America PDF eBook |
Author | Roger Phillips |
Publisher | Weidenfeld & Nicolson |
Total Pages | 236 |
Release | 1978 |
Genre | Nature |
ISBN |
"An encyclopedia of the trees found in Britain, Europe and North America. Well over 500 trees are illustrated in full colour, accompanied by comprehensive descriptions set out according to botanical classification and a unique leaf index. The trees are identified for the reader by leaf, flower, fruit, silhouette and bark ..."--Publisher description.
Britain's Trees
Title | Britain's Trees PDF eBook |
Author | Jo Woolf |
Publisher | National Trust |
Total Pages | 275 |
Release | 2020-04-01 |
Genre | Nature |
ISBN | 1911657178 |
This lovely book will enable the reader to identify Britain's trees and enjoy reading the rich folklore and traditions connected with them. From hawthorn to holly, from beech to blackthorn, each of Britain's 40 or so native trees are illustrated and a text weaves together the fascinating natural history, folklore, traditions, and remedies connected with them. The stories of some of Britain's oldest and most beloved trees, some dating back thousands of years, are included too. As well as a fascinating book to dip into, the illustrations mean it also functions as a handy identification guide.
LONDON'S STREET TREES
Title | LONDON'S STREET TREES PDF eBook |
Author | PAUL. WOOD |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | |
Release | 2020 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9781916045330 |
The Trees that Made Britain
Title | The Trees that Made Britain PDF eBook |
Author | Archie Miles |
Publisher | Random House |
Total Pages | 245 |
Release | 2021-05-06 |
Genre | Nature |
ISBN | 1473532809 |
As the oldest living inhabitants on the planet, trees have played a major part in the way we live today, providing both the daily oxygen we breathe and the foundation of our nations heritage. Every native tree in Britain, whether its part of a grand avenue, a thriving hedgerow, an ancient wood or a colourful orchard, tells a different story. The Trees That Made Britain takes us on a journey of discovery to every corner of the nation. Through detailed portraits of individual tree species, author and photographer Archie Miles reveals the stories of the trees that have influenced the culture, myths and fabric of the nation. The book is full of surprising facts on how trees have been used by man over the centuries, from the oak used in the building of HMS Victory to ancient longbows made from yew, as well as practical advice on visiting some of Britains finest living examples. The combination of rich historical material and lyrical descriptions captures the essence of our native tree species.