Our Native Trees and How to Identify Them (Classic Reprint): A Popular Study of Their Habits and Their Peculiarities - Softcover
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Discover a practical field guide to trees and their traits. This edition presents clear descriptions of common North American species, helping readers identify trees by leaves, bark, fruit, and growth habit. From maples to pines, the book blends concise facts with helpful illustrations and notes on habitat and use.
This edition emphasizes hands-on recognition, offering approachable language and straightforward keys. It is ideal for hikers, gardeners, students, and anyone curious about the trees that shape their landscape. The content draws on real-world observations and traditional references, providing a solid foundation for tree identification without overwhelming detail.
- Plain terms and observable features to identify trees quickly
- descriptions of leaf shapes, bark texture, fruit, and growth forms
- notes on common habitats and regional availability
- illustrations and practical tips for field use
Ideal for readers of field guides, naturalists, and outdoor enthusiasts who want a reliable, user-friendly reference for tree identification.
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About the Author
Carol Poh Miller is a historical consultant in Cleveland, Ohio, and has written widely on local history and architecture.
Anne Raver writes about gardens, landscape design, and the natural world for the New York Times.
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"The New York Times [in June 1900] pronounced it 'well-written and thoroughly interesting'... The reviewer concludes: 'The book... should add new interest to the coming summer for many to whom Nature is practically a sealed book, as well as heighten the pleasure of others to whom she has long been dear.' " - from the Introduction"
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