Natural Woodland: Ecology and Conservation in Northern Temperate Regions

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1996
$93.21

Natural Woodland describes how woodlands grow, die and regenerate in the absence of human influence, and the structures and range of habitats found in natural woods. The underlying theme is that natural woodlands should form a basis for forest management, policies and practices. George Peterken compares the ecology of both North American and European forests, to produce a fascinating account of woodland natural history for all those concerned with woodland management and ecology.

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Natural Woodland describes how woodlands grow, die and regenerate in the absence of human influence, and the structures and range of habitats found in natural woods. The underlying theme is that natural woodlands should form a basis for forest management, policies and practices. George Peterken compares the ecology of both North American and European forests, to produce a fascinating account of woodland natural history for all those concerned with woodland management and ecology.

$93.21

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 540
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 28 Mar 1996
ISBN 10: 0521367921
ISBN 13: 9780521367929
Book Overview: A fascinating account of woodland natural history for all those concerned with woodland management and ecology.

Media Reviews

'It would be hard to overemphasise the importance of this book to temperate ecologists; no-one concerned with woodland, and few involved with other habitats, can afford to be without it.' Peter D. Moore, Biologist
'This is an excellent text coming from one of our leading woodland ecologists and deserves to be read by everyone with an interest in woodland ecology.' British Ecological Society TEG News
'This is a learned and witty book, a fit successor to Woodland Conservation and Management.' Oliver Rackham, Tree News
'Natural Woodland is a fascinating account of woodland natural history for all concerned with the management and ecology of natural and commercial woodlands.' Agroforestry News
'Within this book, Peterken has asked us all to 'think bigger', about the interactions going on within our woodlands ... he will surely shake us too, into more enlightened thinking about woodland ecology.' Geral F. M. Dawe, Arboricultural Journal
'... excellent book ... well illustrated with drawings and photographs, this is essential reading for all those interested in our woodlands.' Bryan Sage, Country-Side
'Peterken combines a high level of scientific detail with a readable and interesting style ... a pleasurable and fascinating book ... essential reading for anyone concerned with the conservation of temperate woodland.' Paul M. Dolman, Journal of Applied Ecology
'Natural Woodland is written in a clear and approachable style. It has been beautifully produced by Cambridge University Press at a reasonable price ... It will be invaluable to all foresters and there is simply no excuse not to buy it.' Quarterly Journal of Forestry
'... a stimulating book ... Dr. Peterken is well known for his ability to spark off vigorous debate in person, and here he succeeds in doing it in print ... a most valuable volume. It will be widely read and ... is likely to prove a major influence on the management of British woodlands.' John R. Packham, Arboricultural Journal
'... throughout the book there is a wealth of detailed information in the text, numerous photographs, many diagrams and tables. The whole book is written in a style that makes it a pleasure to read.' David R. Causton, Annals of Botany
I think this book will (or should) reach a wide readership. Anyone who works with or even spends time thinking about natural areas will find it a valuable resource for both understanding the underlying issues and providing practical suggestions about wildlife conservation. The Quarterly Review of Biology
The author is to be commended for his open and analytical approach to contentious issues, for the abundant use of real examples from the USA and European-Scandinavia, and for the breadth of his coverage. This book will be an important part of my library. J.P. Kimmins, Ecoscience
I recommend the book for its philosophical outlook as much as for its treatment of technical issues. Natural Woodland is worth an interlibrary loan request if you cannot find it at a local technical library. The clarion call is there. Are we ready to listen and learn from Europe's example. Stuart Miller, Natural Areas Journal