Nature Guide: Trees : The World in Your Hands

Russell, Tony

ISBN 10: 0756690390 / ISBN 13: 9780756690397

Editore: Dorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated, 2012

Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Codice articolo 5586544-6

Riassunto:

A new generation of illustrated natural history handbooks, produced in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institution.

 

The new DK Nature Guides form a comprehensive, accessible, and informative series of illustrated reference books that tackle key natural history subjects in DK's inimitable style.

From beech to buttonwood, pear to polar, walnut to weeping willow, Nature Guide: Trees is packed full of stunning images that reveal intricate details and unique characteristics of each tree, whether a spore, seed, or flowering tree.

Includes:

   • Stunning images revealing intricate details and unique features of specimens
   • Expert writing and research by specialists
   • Clear, concise, and informative text bring the subjects to life
   • Specially commissioned close-up photography and illustrations
   • Carefully structured profiles ensuring it is easy to locate key information
   • Entries organized in intuitive categories or groupings for ease of reference

Informazioni sull?autore: Tony Russell is a forester and horticulturist with more than 30 years of experience. He served as head forester of Westonbirt Arboretum in Gloucestershire, England, for 14 years before going on to host serval horticulture-based television and radio programs. He is the author of many works on the subject, including The Encyclopedia of Trees, The Trees of Britain and Europe, Cornwall’s Great Gardens, and The Gardens of Spetchley Park.

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Titolo: Nature Guide: Trees : The World in Your Hands
Casa editrice: Dorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated
Data di pubblicazione: 2012
Legatura: Brossura
Condizione: Good