Trees: A Woodland Notebook Containing Observations on Certain British and Exotic Trees (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Herbert Maxwell

9780484367301: Trees: A Woodland Notebook Containing Observations on Certain British and Exotic Trees (Classic Reprint)

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484367307 ISBN 13: 9780484367301

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

View all copies of this ISBN edition

0 Used

2 New

From US$ 40.41

A practical tour through Britain’s forests and beyond, in a single, readable volume.

This classic survey explains how native oaks, beeches, ashes, and many exotic trees have shaped landscapes, economies, and lives. It blends natural history with the story of forestry and arboriculture, offering context for why trees matter to communities, parks, and garden design.

Written with clear, grounded insight, this edition collects observations from a long career into a convenient guide. It examines how climate, soil, and human care affect tree growth, and it highlights how different species have been tested and valued over time. Readers will find a thoughtful balance between practical forestry ideas and the wonder of trees as living evidence of Earth's history.

Profiles of many tree types, from oaks to the horse chestnut, with practical notes on growth and use.
Historical and cultural context shaping how trees have been valued in Britain and beyond.
Accessible explanations of forestry, silviculture, and the role of experiments in selecting species.
Illustrations and interesting detail about the appearance and habits of key trees.

Ideal for naturalists, gardeners, students, and anyone who loves trees and the landscapes they create.

"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.