9780300213829 - Ginkgo: The Tree That Time Forgot di Crane, Peter (31 risultati)

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Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

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Paperback. Condizione: new. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). Paperback. Perhaps the worlds most distinctive tree, ginkgo has remained stubbornly unchanged for more than two hundred million years. A living link to the age of dinosaurs, it survived the great ice ages as a relic in China, but it earned its reprieve when people first found it useful about a thousand years ago. Today ginkgo is beloved for the elegance of its leaves, prized for its edible nuts, and revered for its longevity. This engaging book tells the rich and engaging story of a tree that people saved from extinctiona story that offers hope for other botanical biographies that are still being written. Inspired by the historic ginkgo that has thrived in Londons Kew Gardens since the 1760s, renowned botanist Peter Crane explores the history of the ginkgo from its mysterious origin through its proliferation, drastic decline, and ultimate resurgence. Crane also highlights the cultural and social significance of the ginkgo: its medicinal and nutritional uses, its power as a source of artistic and religious inspiration, and its importance as one of the worlds most popular street trees. Readers of this book will be drawn to the nearest ginkgo, where they can experience firsthand the timeless beauty of the oldest tree on Earth. Originally published in hardcover in 2013. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Soft cover. Condizione: Very Good. illustrated (illustratore). Colorful wraps are well-bound, lightest of soil from handling. Pages clean & sharp throughout.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). Perhaps the world's most distinctive tree, ginkgo has remained stubbornly unchanged for more than two hundred million years. A living link to the age of dinosaurs, it survived the great ice ages as a relic in China, but it earned its reprieve when people first found it useful about a thousand years ago. Today ginkgo is beloved for the elegance of its leaves, prized for its edible nuts, and revered for its longevity. This engaging book tells the rich and engaging story of a tree that people saved from extinction-a story that offers hope for other botanical biographies that are still being written.   Inspired by the historic ginkgo that has thrived in London's Kew Gardens since the 1760s, renowned botanist Peter Crane explores the history of the ginkgo from its mysterious origin through its proliferation, drastic decline, and ultimate resurgence. Crane also highlights the cultural and social significance of the ginkgo: its medicinal and nutritional uses, its power as a source of artistic and religious inspiration, and its importance as one of the world's most popular street trees. Readers of this book will be drawn to the nearest ginkgo, where they can experience firsthand the timeless beauty of the oldest tree on Earth.

PAP. Condizione: New. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Condizione: New. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). pp. xix + 384 61 Illus., Map.

Condizione: new. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore).

Condizione: NEW. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore).

Condizione: New. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). Originally published in hardcover in 2013. Illustrator(s): Von Knorring, Pollyanna. Num Pages: 408 pages, 61 b/w illus. BIC Classification: PST; WNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 178 x 24. Weight in Grams: 626. . 2015. Reprint. Paperback. . . . .

Paperback. Condizione: New. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). Perhaps the world's most distinctive tree, ginkgo has remained stubbornly unchanged for more than two hundred million years. A living link to the age of dinosaurs, it survived the great ice ages as a relic in China, but it earned its reprieve when people first found it useful about a thousand years ago. Today ginkgo is beloved for the elegance of its leaves, prized for its edible nuts, and revered for its longevity. This engaging book tells the rich and engaging story of a tree that people saved from extinction-a story that offers hope for other botanical biographies that are still being written.   Inspired by the historic ginkgo that has thrived in London's Kew Gardens since the 1760s, renowned botanist Peter Crane explores the history of the ginkgo from its mysterious origin through its proliferation, drastic decline, and ultimate resurgence. Crane also highlights the cultural and social significance of the ginkgo: its medicinal and nutritional uses, its power as a source of artistic and religious inspiration, and its importance as one of the world's most popular street trees. Readers of this book will be drawn to the nearest ginkgo, where they can experience firsthand the timeless beauty of the oldest tree on Earth.

Condizione: New. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). Originally published in hardcover in 2013. Illustrator(s): Von Knorring, Pollyanna. Num Pages: 408 pages, 61 b/w illus. BIC Classification: PST; WNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 178 x 24. Weight in Grams: 626. . 2015. Reprint. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). reprint edition. 384 pages. 9.25x7.25x1.00 inches. In Stock.

paperback. Condizione: New. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore).

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Condizione: New. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). pp. xix + 384, Map.

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Condizione: As New. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). Unread book in perfect condition.

Condizione: New. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). pp. xix + 384.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). Paperback. Perhaps the worlds most distinctive tree, ginkgo has remained stubbornly unchanged for more than two hundred million years. A living link to the age of dinosaurs, it survived the great ice ages as a relic in China, but it earned its reprieve when people first found it useful about a thousand years ago. Today ginkgo is beloved for the elegance of its leaves, prized for its edible nuts, and revered for its longevity. This engaging book tells the rich and engaging story of a tree that people saved from extinctiona story that offers hope for other botanical biographies that are still being written. Inspired by the historic ginkgo that has thrived in Londons Kew Gardens since the 1760s, renowned botanist Peter Crane explores the history of the ginkgo from its mysterious origin through its proliferation, drastic decline, and ultimate resurgence. Crane also highlights the cultural and social significance of the ginkgo: its medicinal and nutritional uses, its power as a source of artistic and religious inspiration, and its importance as one of the worlds most popular street trees. Readers of this book will be drawn to the nearest ginkgo, where they can experience firsthand the timeless beauty of the oldest tree on Earth. Originally published in hardcover in 2013. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Condizione: NEW. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: new. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). Paperback. Perhaps the worlds most distinctive tree, ginkgo has remained stubbornly unchanged for more than two hundred million years. A living link to the age of dinosaurs, it survived the great ice ages as a relic in China, but it earned its reprieve when people first found it useful about a thousand years ago. Today ginkgo is beloved for the elegance of its leaves, prized for its edible nuts, and revered for its longevity. This engaging book tells the rich and engaging story of a tree that people saved from extinctiona story that offers hope for other botanical biographies that are still being written. Inspired by the historic ginkgo that has thrived in Londons Kew Gardens since the 1760s, renowned botanist Peter Crane explores the history of the ginkgo from its mysterious origin through its proliferation, drastic decline, and ultimate resurgence. Crane also highlights the cultural and social significance of the ginkgo: its medicinal and nutritional uses, its power as a source of artistic and religious inspiration, and its importance as one of the worlds most popular street trees. Readers of this book will be drawn to the nearest ginkgo, where they can experience firsthand the timeless beauty of the oldest tree on Earth. Originally published in hardcover in 2013. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). Perhaps the world's most distinctive tree, ginkgo has remained stubbornly unchanged for more than two hundred million years. A living link to the age of dinosaurs, it survived the great ice ages as a relic in China, but it earned its reprieve when people first found it useful about a thousand years ago. Today ginkgo is beloved for the elegance of its leaves, prized for its edible nuts, and revered for its longevity. This engaging book tells the rich and engaging story of a tree that people saved from extinction-a story that offers hope for other botanical biographies that are still being written.   Inspired by the historic ginkgo that has thrived in London's Kew Gardens since the 1760s, renowned botanist Peter Crane explores the history of the ginkgo from its mysterious origin through its proliferation, drastic decline, and ultimate resurgence. Crane also highlights the cultural and social significance of the ginkgo: its medicinal and nutritional uses, its power as a source of artistic and religious inspiration, and its importance as one of the world's most popular street trees. Readers of this book will be drawn to the nearest ginkgo, where they can experience firsthand the timeless beauty of the oldest tree on Earth.

Condizione: New. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). &Uumlber den AutorPeter Crane is Carl W. Knobloch Jr. Dean and professor, School of Forestry and Environmental Studies, Yale University, and former director of The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, UK. He was awarded the 2014 International Pr.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). Neuware - Originally published in hardcover in 2013.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Von Knorring, Pollyanna (illustratore). Perhaps the world's most distinctive tree, ginkgo has remained stubbornly unchanged for more than two hundred million years. A living link to the age of dinosaurs, it survived the great ice ages as a relic in China, but it earned its reprieve when people first found it useful about a thousand years ago. Today ginkgo is beloved for the elegance of its leaves, prized for its edible nuts, and revered for its longevity. This engaging book tells the rich and engaging story of a tree that people saved from extinction-a story that offers hope for other botanical biographies that are still being written.   Inspired by the historic ginkgo that has thrived in London's Kew Gardens since the 1760s, renowned botanist Peter Crane explores the history of the ginkgo from its mysterious origin through its proliferation, drastic decline, and ultimate resurgence. Crane also highlights the cultural and social significance of the ginkgo: its medicinal and nutritional uses, its power as a source of artistic and religious inspiration, and its importance as one of the world's most popular street trees. Readers of this book will be drawn to the nearest ginkgo, where they can experience firsthand the timeless beauty of the oldest tree on Earth.