Tree of Rivers – The Story of the Amazon by John Hemming discusses the past, present & future one of the most magnificent habitats on earth: containing the world’s largest river, with more water & a broader basin than any other, Amazonia also hosts a great expanse of tropical rain forest which is home to the planet’s most luxuriant biological diversity. John Hemming recalls the adventures & misadventures of intrepid explorers, fervent Jesuit ecclesiastics, & greedy rubber barons who enslaved thousands of Amazonian Indians in the relentless quest for profit. He also tells of nineteenth-century botanists, fearless advocates for Indian rights, & the archaeologists & anthropologists who have uncovered the secrets of the Amazon’s earliest settlers. Hemming discusses the current threat to Amazonia as forests are destroyed to feed the world’s appetite for timber, beef, & soybeans, & he vividly describes the passionate struggles taking place in order to utilize, protect, & understand the Amazon. ...

From the bestselling author of A PLACE CALLED WINTER, TREE SURGERY FOR BEGINNERS is a funny, elegant & eclectic novel of love, lies & the secrets we live with `A very funny, often sad, erudite eclectic novel writ with style. Terrific` Time Out` Excellent` The Times When Lawrence Frost wakes up one morning to discover his wife & child have gone missing, there is gruesome evidence to suggest he may be the main suspect in a murder investigation. Confused, threatened with the loss of everything he loves, Lawrence is sent to the Caribbean on a kill-or-cure cruise. On board & ashore he will discover love, deceit, the truth about his missing family, & the blessings that come with surrendering to destiny. ...

The story of a single tree, from the moment the seed is released from its cone until, more than five hundred years later, it lies on the forest floor as a nurse log, giving life to ferns, mosses, & hemlocks, even as its own life is ending. In this unique biography, David Suzuki & Wayne Grady tell story that spans a millennium &

Includes:: a cast of millions but focuses on a single tree, a Douglas fir, Tree describes in poetic detail the organism`s modest origins that begin with a dramatic burst of millions of microscopic grains of pollen. The authors recount the amazing characteristics of the species, how they reproduce & how they receive from & offer nourishment to generations of other plants & animals. The tree`s pivotal role in making life possible for the creatures around it -- including human beings -- is lovingly explored. The richly detailed text & Robert Bateman`s original art pay tribute to this ubiquitous organism that is too often taken for granted. Revised edition with a foreword by Peter Wohlleben, author of The Hidden Life of Trees.

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Philip's Guide to Trees is an easy-to-use identification guide to all the common European trees & many rare ones, including the more commonly grown imported varieties. Many separate seasonal as well as permanent features of common species are illustrated, making this book of practical value throughout the year. The quality of the artwork will enable tree-lovers to identify & appreciate trees while on field trips on when studying the book at home. he text is thorough, accurate & authoritative, describing the distinctive features of genera as well as of individual species, according to the following plan: habit (growth pattern), bark, branches, buds, leaves, inflorescence, flowers, fruit, seeds, taxonomic notes, ecological notes, distribution. There is a general key to the genera & species of tree at the beginning of the book & a key to the species incorporated into the text. This will enable the reader to find any tree in the book with ease. The text also

Includes:: an introduction, glossary & index containing both common & botanical names.

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The ideal portable companion, the world-renowned Collins Gem series returns with a fresh new look & updated material. This is the perfect pocket guide for nature enthusiasts keen to identify the most commonly seen trees, whether they are out on the town or strolling through the countryside. Authoritative text, beautiful photographs & detailed illustrations show not only the overall shape of the tree but also details of leaf shape, flowers, fruits & bark. Features both deciduous & evergreen species, with information on the origin of each species, its height, preferred habitat & growing conditions. Illustrations of cones, catkins, nuts & fruits allow you to distinguish between similar species at a glance. This new edition builds on the strengths of the unrivalled original, now expanded to include over 220 trees & shrubs that are native to or flourish in Britain & northern Europe. ...

This is a comprehensive history of Britain's woodlands. It is also a field guide that presents trees individually & as part of the landscape. From prehistoric times, through the Roman period & into the Middle Ages, the book describes the changing character, role & history of trees & woodl&. Their subsequent decline until the present century is also studied, with chapters devoted to key themes, from commons & wood pasture, parks & wooded forests, to farms & hedgerows. It concludes with a section on the conservation & future of Britain's trees, woodlands & hedgerows. ...

This is a comprehensive history of Britain's woodlands. It is also a field guide that presents trees individually & as part of the landscape. From prehistoric times, through the Roman period & into the Middle Ages, the book describes the changing character, role & history of trees & woodl&. Their subsequent decline until the present century is also studied, with chapters devoted to key themes, from commons & wood pasture, parks & wooded forests, to farms & hedgerows. It concludes with a section on the conservation & future of Britain's trees, woodlands & hedgerows. ...

A comprehensive pocket-sized field guide covering about 80 species of trees & large shrubs which are common in Britain & the rest of Europe. Each is illustrated using the author's remarkable photography, while the accompanying text covers information such as ID features for bark, flowers, fruit & leaves, blossoming & fruiting times, distribution, habitat, status, confusion species & interesting facts such as plant uses. This book is as visually impressive as it is useful in the field with many stunning full-page & double-page images to support the authoritative text. The introduction explains the basics of tree forms & their identification. Printed on quality paper, the paperback format with flaps adds to the book's durability in the field & provides built-in page-markers for quick reference. ...

For more than a year, 69 of Europe`s best nature photographers travelled to all corners of Europe`s 48 countries to unveil the incredibly rich & amazingly varied natural heritage of the continent. Together they have contributed to a collection of more than 200, 000 images of nature, many of which were published in the book ” Wild Wonders of Europe”. As a follow-up to this popular book, ” Wild: The Trees & Forests of Europe” pays tribute to the multi-hued beauty of trees. From close-ups of minute arboreal details to panoramas of epic proportions, this book lays bare the immense diversity of Europe`s forests. Organized by climate, each chapter surveys a different habitat & the resident trees, moving from the temperate rainy forests of Turkey & Georgia, to the dry & sun-filled woodlands of the Mediterranean, to the frostbitten terrain of Alpine regions. ...

This indispensable guide to the Trees of Britain & Europe is part of the new Black`s Nature Guide series. Over 350 species of tree are covered, each beautifully illustrated with detailed paintings & clear photographs. The images not only show you what the tree looks like in its habitat, but also focus in on specific features such as the leaves to aid identification. Clear & concise information is provided, such as when the tree is in flower, the approximate leaf size & preferred habitat. ...