The long, long life of trees
By: Fiona Stafford
Publisher: Yale University Press
Published: 2016
Language: eng
Number of pages: 287
ISBN-13: 9780300207330; 9780300228205
Copyright date: 2016
Subjects: Health; Varieties; Symbolic aspects; Environmental aspects; Psychological aspects; Trees
Description: "Since the beginnings of history trees have served humankind in countless useful ways, but our relationship with trees has many dimensions beyond mere practicality. Trees are so entwined with human experience that diverse species have inspired their own stories, myths, songs, poems, paintings, and spiritual meanings. Some have achieved status as religious, cultural, or national symbols. In this beautifully illustrated volume Fiona Stafford offers intimate, detailed explorations of seventeen common trees, from ash and apple to pine, oak, cypress, and willow. The author also pays homage to particular trees, such as the fabled Ankerwyke Yew, under which Henry VIII courted Anne Boleyn, and the spectacular cherry trees of Washington, D.C. Stafford discusses practical uses of wood past and present, tree diseases and environmental threats, and trees' potential contributions toward slowing global climate change. Brimming with unusual topics and intriguing facts, this book celebrates trees and their long, long lives as our inspiring and beloved natural companions"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 273-279) and index.
Table of contents: title: Buds, bark and a golden bough; title: Yew; title: Cherry; title: Rowan; title: Olive; title: Cypress; title: Oak; title: Ash; title: Poplar; title: Holly; title: Sycamore; title: Birch; title: Horse Chestnut; title: Elm; title: Willow; title: Howthorn; title: Pine; title: Apple; title: Roots and branches.