Publisher's Synopsis
Forests and Forestry in Poland, Lithuania, the Ukraine, and the Baltic Provinces of Russia is a book written by John Croumbie Brown in 1885. The book provides a detailed account of the forests and forestry practices in these regions, including the history of forestry, the types of trees found in the forests, and the methods used to harvest and transport timber.The book also includes information on the export of timber from the ports of Memel, Dantzig, and Riga, which were important centers for the timber trade in the region. Brown describes the different types of timber that were exported, as well as the markets for these products in Europe and beyond.In addition to its practical information on forestry and the timber trade, the book also provides a fascinating glimpse into the culture and social conditions of the regions it covers. Brown describes the customs and traditions of the people who lived and worked in the forests, as well as the economic and political factors that shaped the forestry industry in the region.Overall, Forests and Forestry in Poland, Lithuania, the Ukraine, and the Baltic Provinces of Russia is an important historical document that provides a valuable insight into the forestry practices and timber trade of this fascinating region in the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
