Trees: From Root to Leaf – A Financial Times Book of the Year

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Author of Trees: From Root to Leaf, Paul Smith has worked in conservation for over twenty-five years and joined Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) as its Secretary General in March 2015. He recently co-authored the ‘State of the World’s Trees’ report, published on 1 September 2021 as part of the IUCN World Conservation Congress, an event driving action on nature-based recovery, biodiversity and climate change. He was previously Head of Kew Garden’s Millennium Seed Bank (MSB), London, where he oversaw its conservations of seeds from more than 25,000 species. You can learn more about Paul Smith’s work in our Q&A where we talk about all things trees. Enter: You may also opt to downgrade to Standard Digital, a robust journalistic offering that fulfils many user’s needs. Compare Standard and Premium Digital here. This stunningly illustrated book covers all aspects of trees, from seeds and leaves to wood, flowers and fruit, as well as their importance for humanity through the ages. Clear explanatory text by Paul Smith, a leading plant conservationist, balances the finely reproduced photos and graphics' Treesprovides its readers with a copiously illustrated compendium of information arranged and presented in a manner that makes it very accessible to all regardless of their previous familiarity with the subject. . . . If you have an interest in learning more about these remarkable organisms but perhaps don’t know where to begin doing so, Trees is most certainly a book about which you should know. It would also make a lovely gift for most anyone whose interests incline toward natural history."

Trees: From Root to Leaf - A Financial Times Book - WHSmith Trees: From Root to Leaf - A Financial Times Book - WHSmith

Paul Smith] is a dendrologist with wit, passion and an enlightening way of telling a story ... the tree's frankly astonishing essence is generously illustrated and thoughtfully explained ... destined to become a classic and should certainly be part of any family's library' Trees seen like never before—a world expert presents a stunning compendium, illuminating science, conservation, and art. grote stukken van het landoppervlak worden bewoond door deze organismen en dat zal wel een reden of doel hebben . Change the plan you will roll onto at any time during your trial by visiting the “Settings & Account” section. What happens at the end of my trial? A landmark publication that captures the beautiful richness of every aspect of trees and their importance for science, culture and the future of humankind.This accessible and fascinating overview spans the science of tree life, and more broadly their ecology and natural and social history ... All nine chapters are well illustrated throughout with helpful and insightful narrative, whether you just want to dip into subjects or desire a more concerted read' For cost savings, you can change your plan at any time online in the “Settings & Account” section. If you’d like to retain your premium access and save 20%, you can opt to pay annually at the end of the trial.

Trees: From Root to Leaf : Smith, Paul, Macfarlane, Robert Trees: From Root to Leaf : Smith, Paul, Macfarlane, Robert

An engaging, enchantingly illustrated global study by plant ecologist and conservationist Paul Smith' In a world that is turning to trees to help solve the climate and biodiversity crises, Paul Smith’s Trees provides all of the ecological knowledge we need to use these essential plants to their greatest effectiveness.A fascinating readfrom root to leaf!" Douglas TallamyEnter to win via the form below or follow this link to submit your entry into the giveaway. Loading… Meticulously researched and illustrated ... detailed scientific facts are peppered with fascinating anecdotes' He recently co-authored the ‘State of the World’s Trees’ report, published on 1 September 2021 as part of the IUCN World Conservation Congress, an event driving action on nature-based recovery, biodiversity and climate change. He was previously Head of Kew Garden’s Millennium Seed Bank (MSB), London, where he oversaw its You may change or cancel your subscription or trial at any time online. Simply log into Settings & Account and select "Cancel" on the right-hand side. Trees provoke deep affection, spirituality, and creativity. They cover about a third of the world’s land and play a crucial role in our environmental systems—influencing the water, carbon, and nutrient cycles and the global climate. This puts trees at the forefront of research into mitigating our climate emergency; we cannot understate their importance in shaping our daily lives and our planet’s future.