Publisher's Synopsis
""The Important Timber Trees of the United States: A Manual of Practical Forestry"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by Simon Bolivar Elliott in 1912. The book covers a wide range of topics related to forestry, including the identification, growth habits, and uses of the most important timber trees in the United States. The book is divided into two main sections. The first section provides an overview of forestry and the principles of tree growth, as well as a detailed description of the various types of forests found in the United States. The second section is a comprehensive guide to the most important timber trees in the country, with detailed information on each species' characteristics, growth habits, and uses.The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both professionals and amateurs in the field of forestry. It is also illustrated with numerous photographs and diagrams, which help to clarify the text and make it easier to understand. Overall, ""The Important Timber Trees of the United States: A Manual of Practical Forestry"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the study of trees and forestry. It is an essential reference for foresters, botanists, and anyone involved in the management of forests or the production of timber.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.
