Title: Oak
Description: More than any other tree, the oak has been a symbol of strength and durability. The oak has been adopted by many countries as a national symbol, particularly in Western Europe and the United States. This book examines this magnificent and ubiquitous tree, tracing its biological history in its many manifestations, natural and cultural.
Subjects: History, Varieties, Utilization, Oak in art, Oak, Folklore, Mythology, Plants and civilization, Trees, folklore, Fagaceae, Social aspects