The Meaning of Trees: Botany, History, Healing, Lore

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 224 pages
• Published by: Chronicle Books August 18, 2005
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 081184823X
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0811848237
• Book Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 0.8 inches
• Weighs: 2.1 pounds

Product Description
The tree is beloved as Mother Nature's visible symbol of power and grace. The Meaning of Trees is a gorgeous celebration of their lore and spirit, botany and history. Genera from aspen to willow are captured in seventy dramatic photographs that illustrate their brilliant seasonal transformations. Featuring 50 different types of tree, this informative enyclopedia describes each by way of botanical qualities; medicinal uses for their leaves, bark, and wood; cultural symbolism; magical associations; and so much more. Fascinating facts abound: the Druids believed that only the wood of the yew tree was fit to make wands; a Ukrainian tonic of birch leaves contains the same healing properties as aspirin. A visually stunning and engaging guide, The Meaning of Trees is a fitting tribute to this most majestic of natural wonders.

About The Author
Fred Hageneder is chairman of the tree protection organization The Friends of the Trees and a leading figure in the campaign to save the endangered yew trees in his native United Kingdom.

Reader Reviews
This review is from: The Meaning of Trees: Botany, History, Healing, Lore (Hardcover) "The Meaning of Trees" is a truely beautiful and interesting work, especially for nature-loving folks like myself. The presentation of information is visually very appealing, as well as mentally stimulating. The book discusses and shares breath-taking photos of almost sixty different species of trees, and dispenses information on each from general characteristics, information and history, to practical uses, natural healing, culture/myth/symbolism, and more. A valuable and attractive addition to anyone's library!