Trees of North America : a field guide to the major native and introduced species north of Mexico (Golden Guides) by Brockman, C. Frank

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Trees of North America : a field guide to the major native and introduced species north of Mexico (Golden Guides)
by Brockman, C. Frank; illustrated by Merrilees, Rebecca A.

(#33807J5)

Paperback — St. Martin's Press, 2001
Description: 280 pages : color illustrations, color maps; 20 cm.
Dewey: 582.16; Audience: Middle School; Reading Level: 8.2

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Product Overview
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Includes bibliographical references (page 271) and index. Provides descriptions of over 730 species of North American trees, discussing each tree's shape, bark, leaf, flower, fruit, and twig; and includes illustrations and range maps.

From the Publisher

Smell the bark of the aromatic Sassafras. Wonder at the Lodgepole Pine, whose heat-activated cones reseed forests destroyed by fire. Search for the Sugar Maple, whose foliage blazes red and yellow in autumn. North America's trees rank among nature's most awesome creations. This premier field guide features all characteristics-tree shape, bark, leaf, flower, fruit and twig-for quick identification, making it a superior choice for trail walks, creating displays, and scientific or commercial needs.

-All of North America in one volume
-Over 730 species in 76 families and 160 range maps
-Native species and important introduced foreign varieties
-Text, range maps, and illustrations seen together at a glance
-Common and scientific names
-Convenient measuring rules

Product Details
  • Publisher: St. Martin's Press
  • Publication Date: April 14, 2001
  • Format: Paperback
  • Series: Golden field guide series
  • Edition: Rev. and updated ed..
  • Dewey: 582.16
  • Classifications: Nonfiction
  • Description: 280 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 20 cm.
  • Tracings: Merrilees, Rebecca A., illustrator. ; Zim, Herbert Spencer, 1909- ; Latimer, Jonathan P. ; Nolting, Karen Stray. ; Challinor, David.
  • ISBN-10: 1-58238-092-9
  • ISBN-13: 978-1-58238-092-6
  • Follett Number: 33807J5
  • Catalog Number: 1582380929
  • Reading Level: 8.2
  • Audience: Middle School