by Dr Oliver Rackham (Author)
This is a comprehensive history of Britain's woodlands. It is also a field guide that presents trees individually and as part of the landscape. From prehistoric times, through the Roman period and into the Middle Ages, the book describes the changing character, role and history of trees and woodland. Their subsequent decline until the present century is also studied, with chapters devoted to key themes, from commons and wood pasture, parks and wooded forests, to farms and hedgerows. It concludes with a section on the conservation and future of Britain's trees, woodlands and hedgerows.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 256
Edition: 3
Publisher: Orion
Published: 14 Sep 1998
ISBN 10: 1857994558
ISBN 13: 9781857994551
Book Overview: *Dr Oliver Rackham is a renowned authority on the countryside and its history. *Drawing upon years of research,Dr Rackham is as highly readable as he is informative and topical.