Forests and woodland Books

Forest fires are scary. They could happen without warning, and they could grow so big that many animals will lose their home. So how can man control huge forest fires? Young children will be learning a lot from this educational book! Make reading more...

Come to the tropical rainforest and be amazed at the diversity of life that lives there. Learning about rainforests will help improve your child's knowledge of the natural world. With such information comes the sense of responsibility towards all the...

'A Constant Forester' takes one with the author and his forestry career on a journey, over some fifty years, through adventures in the forests of numerous countries. The journey starts in Papua New Guinea, where the dense tropical forests are the local...

This book tells the story of the hopeful science and trusting art of forestry. It is a story about the hopes of foresters and other scientists to understand the forests more deeply, and about their unspoken trust that their knowledge could ensure an...

From the remote wilderness of untamed northern Wisconsin to the timeless teachings of the Messiah, author Mike Hansen takes you along rarely traveled paths. Venture to a little red cabin situated on a dead end road. Mike’s father, skilled and...

The Scent of Odisha ought to travel far and wide, not only because the Odisha musk needs olfactors but the universe requires it to live better. Overwhelming naturalness & credulity, which is why some believe that it is a mystic land. Has to be...

This pioneering study of forest conditions in Tennessee provides valuable insights into the management and conservation of forests across the United States. The author explores the ecology, biodiversity, and economic value of Tennessee's forests, as well...

This practical handbook is an indispensable guide for anyone working in the forests of West Africa. From basic techniques of forest measurement and mapping to advanced strategies for forest protection and management, the book provides a wealth of...

A biodiversity hotspot, Florida is home to many ecosystems and species that depend on frequent fire to exist. In this book, Reed Noss discusses the essential role of fire in generating biodiversity and offers best practices for using fire to keep the...

Forest Folk is a 1907 book written by James Prior. The book is a collection of stories and sketches that depict the lives and customs of the people who live in the forests of Europe. The author takes the reader on a journey through the woods, introducing...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

The Importance of Forest ConservationForests are not just a collection of trees; they are intricate ecosystems that support countless species and provide numerous benefits to humanity. In this subchapter, we will delve into the crucial role of forest...

"Gathering Nature's Quiet Orchestra" is a reminiscent investigation of the mind boggling dance among mankind and the old, superb domain of lumber. The book dives into the advantageous relationship that unfurls when people interface with the immense woods...

Finland has often been labelled a 'green superpower', lauded as one of the world's cleanest and greenest countries. Nordic countries in general have tended to be idealised as 'pristine and green', in contrast to the rest of the rapidly contaminating...

"The Trees of Westonbirt" is a 1933 work by English naturalist and author Marcus Woodward. Within it, Woodward takes a detailed look at the various trees that could be found at the Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Gloucestershire, England in the early...

Embark on an aquatic adventure like no other as we plunge into the enchanting realm of underwater gardens. Uncover the secrets behind crafting stunning aquascapes that transcend conventional norms, while unraveling the intricacies of algae and aquatic...

This collaborative work examines the state of America's forests at the turn of the 20th century, highlighting the challenges of unsustainable logging practices, forest fires, and other threats. The authors advocate for conservation efforts and...

This book is a seminal report on the forests of the Punjab and the Western Himalaya, written by Scottish botanist and forester Hugh Francis Clarke Cleghorn. The report covers a wide range of topics related to the forests, such as their ecology, flora,...

Une étude précise et éclairante des forêts algériennes, leur faune et leur flore, et leur importance pour l'économie et l'écologie du pays.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of...

This authoritative guide to Maryland's forests covers everything from the history of forest management to the identification of native tree species. The authors also provide practical advice for landowners looking to establish or maintain healthy forests...

This highly informative and nicely illustrated book is the first of its kind to cover all of the vandoid orchid genera in Asia. The content includes; what defines an orchid of monopodial/vandaceous growth; the tremendous variation in plant and flower...

The colour of carbon matters. Green carbon is the carbon stored in the plants and soil of natural ecosystems and is a vital part of the global carbon cycle. This report is the first in a series that examines the role of natural forests in the storage of...