The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Trees of Britain and Europe

Author: Tony Russell
Publisher: Southwater
ISBN: 9780857236456
Category : Trees
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This superbly illustrated book is a comprehensive identification reference to over 550 of the most important and best-known trees of Britain and Europe, from Iceland in the north to the Mediterranean in the south. A detailed introduction looks at the origins of trees, their evolution over time and the ways in which they have adapted to suit the variety of terrains in which they thrive. The book then presents an extensive illustrated directory of the most common, popular, prolific or unusual trees, including maps illustrating the region in which each tree can be found. With over 1600 beautiful photographs, artworks and illustrations, this volume is perfect for home or study.

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Trees

Author: David More
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780691158235
Category : Botanical illustration
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Profiles nearly two thousand tree species and cultivars found in North America and Europe, with paintings of important details, and describes the native range of each species.

Illustrated Trees of Britain and Northern Europe

Author: David More
Publisher: A&C Black
ISBN: 9781408123669
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Trees are of enduring interest to naturalists and gardeners alike, and this extraordinary book is one of the most magnificent volumes ever published on the subject. Every European species is covered within its 800+ pages as well as many introduced species from all over the world. In addition to an authoritative text, every species is illustrated with stunning artwork that depicts leaves, flowers, fruits and bark as well as images of the whole tree, both in leaf and bare in the case of deciduous trees. This fabulous volume has been updated and reprinted at a highly competitive price, and remains the most comprehensive work on European trees.

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Trees of Britain & Europe

Author: Tony Russell
Publisher: Lorenz Books
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 264

Book Description
The ultimate reference guide and identifier to more than 700 of the most spetacular trees, with over 500 specially commissioned artworks and photographs.

The World Encyclopedia of Trees

Author: Tony Russell
Publisher: Lorenz Books
ISBN: 9780754834755
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 512

Book Description
A beautifully illustrated reference guide to trees across the globe, in a substantially updated new large-format edition.

The Complete Book of Trees of Britain and Europe

Author: Tony Russell
Publisher: Southwater
ISBN: 9781780190389
Category : Trees
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This superbly illustrated book is a comprehensive identification reference to over 500 of the most important and best-known trees of Britan and Europe. A detailed introduction looks at the origins of trees, their evolution over time and the ways in which they have adapted to suit the variety of terrains in which they thrive. Each of a tree's constituent parts - bark, trunk, leaves, needles, cones, flowers, and fruit - is looked at in detail and the author discusses the role each plays in the tree's survival. The book then presents an extensive illustrated encyclopedia of the most common, popular, prolific or unusual trees found in Britain and Europe. Each illustrated entry includes details such as bark texture and colour, leaf shape and size, flowering time and special features, so that trees can be easily identified.

Trees of Eastern North America

Author: Gil Nelson
Publisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 1400852994
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 724

Book Description
The most comprehensive and user-friendly field guide to the trees of eastern North America Covering 825 species, more than any comparable field guide, Trees of Eastern North America is the most comprehensive, best illustrated, and easiest-to-use book of its kind. Presenting all the native and naturalized trees of the eastern United States and Canada as far west as the Great Plains—including those species found only in tropical and subtropical Florida and northernmost Canada—the book features superior descriptions; thousands of meticulous color paintings by David More that illustrate important visual details; range maps that provide a thumbnail view of distribution for each native species; "Quick ID" summaries; a user-friendly layout; scientific and common names; the latest taxonomy; information on the most recently naturalized species; keys to leaves and twigs; and an introduction to tree identification, forest ecology, and plant classification and structure. The easy-to-read descriptions present details of size, shape, growth habit, bark, leaves, flowers, fruit, flowering and fruiting times, habitat, and range. Using a broad definition of a tree, the book covers many small, overlooked species normally thought of as shrubs. With its unmatched combination of breadth and depth, this is an essential guide for every tree lover. The most comprehensive, best illustrated, and easiest-to-use field guide to the trees of eastern North America Covers 825 species, more than any comparable guide, including all the native and naturalized trees of the United States and Canada as far west as the Great Plains Features specially commissioned artwork, detailed descriptions, range maps for native species, up-to-date taxonomy and names, and much, much more An essential guide for every tree lover

The World Encyclopedia of Trees

Author: Tony Russell
Publisher: Armadillo
ISBN: 9781843228462
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Without trees there would be no life on Earth, and this wonderful encyclopedia provides all you need to know about this amazing plant in its different forms all over the world.

Plants of the World

Author: Maarten J. M. Christenhusz
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 022652292X
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 801

Book Description
Evolution of land plant -- Plants and human culture -- Naming plants -- Classification and the angiosperm phylogeny group

The Little Book of Trees

Author: Caz Buckingham
Publisher: Fine Feather Press
ISBN: 9781908489388
Category : Trees
Languages : en
Pages : 144

Book Description
This is an exciting new look at the fascinating world of many common trees. The book is arranged alphabetically and includes lively species descriptions as well as information about all the animals and plants associated with the trees. Arresting and immersive spreads also help to transport you into the magical world of the forest. This series builds into a first nature library that will be treasured by children for years to come.