Ancient Trees Trees That Live for 1,000 Years |
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| Author:
| Lewington, Anna
Parker, Edward |
| ISBN: | 978-1-85585-704-9 |
| Publication Date: | Jul 2000 |
| Publisher: | Pavilion Books
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| Imprint: | Collins & Brown |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | Contact Supplier contact
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Book Description:
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“This engrossing and visually appealing book is intended as a celebration of some of the world’s oldest living trees.... Parker’s many beautiful, full-color images contribute a great deal, but what makes this book especially interesting is a discussion of the roles these trees have played through the ages in human religions, myths, economies, and everyday life.” —
Library Journal. “More than an adornment for the coffee...
More Description“This engrossing and visually appealing book is intended as a celebration of some of the world’s oldest living trees.... Parker’s many beautiful, full-color images contribute a great deal, but what makes this book especially interesting is a discussion of the roles these trees have played through the ages in human religions, myths, economies, and everyday life.” —Library Journal. “More than an adornment for the coffee table.”—Washington Post. “One of my favorites....All the trees are awe-inspiring.”—Philadelphia Inquirer.