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DK Handbooks: Trees

Allen J. Coombes - Author

£12.99

The clearest recognition guides available

Introduction

Authoritative text, clear photography and systematic approach make the Dorling Kindersley Handbook of Trees the most comprehensive guide to a wide range of species from around the world. Packed with over 1,000 full-colour photographs of more than 500 trees, it is designed to cut through the complicated identification process to enable you to recognize a species instantly.

Photo-Encyclopedic Approach
For beginners and established enthusiasts alike, the Dorling Kindersley Handbook of Trees explains what a tree is, how trees are classified and how to keep a record of trees you have seen. To help you in the initial stages of identification, the book provides a visual key that shows you the differences between conifers, broadleaves and palms, identifies each genus by leaf type and guides you to the correct species entry. A concise glossary defines technical and scientific terms.

Identification Made Easy

Expertly written and thoroughly authenticated, each species entry combines a precise description with annotated photographs to highlight the tree's chief characteristics and distinguishing features. A full-colour illustration, showing the spread, height and leaf persistence of the species, as well as colour-coded bands providing at-a-glance facts for quick reference, completes every entry.

• The clearest and sharpest recognition guide to over 500 tree species
• Packed with over 1,500 crystal-clear photographs and illustrations with precise annotation to make identification sure and simple
• Concise and jargon-free text pinpoints the key characteristics of each species and provides quick, accessible information

Reviews

Review by: Giuseppe Scarpi -- Italy, 04 June 2002

In an amazingly short time I moved from ""two trees"" to ""a birch and an ash""... nature is now even more enjoyable!

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