A landmark publication that captures the beautiful richness of every aspect of trees and their importance for science, culture and the future of humankind
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'Stunningly illustrated and detailed ... a celebration of all things arboreal, from the seeds, leaves, flowers and fruit to the diversity of trees and how they have influenced art, culture and science'
Sunday Times
'[Paul Smith] is a dendrologist with wit, passion and an enlightening way of telling a story ... the tree's frankly astonishing essence is generously illustrated and thoughtfully explained ... destined to become a classic and should certainly be part of any family's library'
World of Interiors
'This stunningly illustrated book covers all aspects of trees, from seeds and leaves to wood, flowers and fruit, as well as their importance for humanity through the ages. Clear explanatory text by Paul Smith, a leading plant conservationist, balances the finely reproduced photos and graphics'
Financial Times, Books of the Year
'Meticulously researched and illustrated ... detailed scientific facts are peppered with fascinating anecdotes'
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Format: PLC (no jacket)
Size: 28.0 x 23.0 cm
Extent: 320 pp
Illustrations: 450
Publication date: 6 October 2022
ISBN: 9780500024058