Timber and Timber Trees: Native and Foreign surveys the nature, uses, and testing of wood from around the world, helping you understand its strength, durability, and value in building and craft.
This edition expands on modern findings while keeping a clear, practical voice for readers who want real‑world guidance.
The book blends accessible explanations with extensive reference material—retaining its popular style while adding updated data on timber properties, preservation, and international species. It covers how timber is viewed by merchants, engineers, carpenters, and scientists, and it includes comprehensive tables and illustrations to support every claim.
- Grounds timber knowledge with practical checks on strength, seasoning, and defects
- Detail on timbers from Europe, Asia, Africa, the Americas, and the colonies
- Extensive experimental data and measurements for informed selection
- Guidance on preservation, misuse, and choosing timbers for ships, furniture, and construction
Ideal for students, professionals, and serious readers seeking a thorough, historically informed reference on timber resources and their uses.