Forests Of Porto Rico, Past, Present, And Future: And Their Physical And Economic Environment (1916)

Forests of Porto Rico, Past, Present, and Future: and Their Physical and Economic Environment is a book written by Louis Sutliffe Murphy in 1916. It is a comprehensive study of the forests of Puerto Rico, their history, current status, and future prospects. The book covers a wide range of topics related to the island's forests, including their ecological and economic significance, the impact of human activities on the forests, and the efforts being made to conserve and manage them.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the forests of Puerto Rico. The first section provides an overview of the island's physical geography and its historical relationship with forests. The second section examines the current state of the forests, including their composition, distribution, and condition. The third section explores the economic importance of the forests, including their role in agriculture, timber production, and tourism.The book also discusses the challenges facing the forests of Puerto Rico, including deforestation, erosion, and invasive species. It highlights the efforts being made by the government and non-governmental organizations to protect and restore the forests, including reforestation programs and the establishment of protected areas.Overall, Forests of Porto Rico, Past, Present, and Future: and Their Physical and Economic Environment is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, ecology, and conservation of the forests of Puerto Rico. It provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of the island's forests, their importance to the economy and the environment, and the challenges facing their preservation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.