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An essential guide to every species of tree found in the British Isles outside of arboretums
This easy-to-use guide covers the 360 species of tree that are found in Britain & Ireland. Each species is covered in detail with information on how to identify, whether from a leaf, twig, bark or whole tree, plus extra information on where the tree grows (including a map), how high they grow, what uses the tree is used for and its unique history.
Every species is also comprehensively illustrated with photographs of every useful feature – bark, leaf, seed, flower, twig and whole tree.
Sample identification section:
Silver Birch Betula pendula (Betulaceae) height to 26m
A slender, fast-growing deciduous tree with a narrow, tapering crown when young and growing vigorously. Older trees acquire a weeping habit, especially if growing in an open, uncrowded situation.
About the Author
Paul Sterry is author of Complete British Wildlife, which has sold over half a million copies, as well as numerous other titles in the successful Collins Complete Photoguide series, including Complete British Birds and Complete British Wild Flowers. He owns the photo library Nature Photographers.
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115 of 115 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This publication just oozes quality from the high definition colour photography to the research and layout. I have several reference books relating to British trees and this one stands tall above all the others. The number of quality colour photographs is staggering.
If you are seeking a complete reference this book does exactly what it says on the cover, if I could have given it six stars I would have.
If you are seeking a complete reference this book does exactly what it says on the cover, if I could have given it six stars I would have.
62 of 62 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is easily the best book on trees that I have found, and I've tried several. I am very much a tree novice. I maintain a blog that charts the weekly progress of the small woodland and ecological park next to my home. I've been doing well with birds, insects and flowers but have floundered hopelessly when trying to identify trees and shrubs. I have purchaed several books but they have all left me pretty much where I started - dazed and confused. This book is the one. It opened up the whole subject for me and I am now happily identifying and learning about my local trees and shrubs with great confidence.
As well as the pages which focus on idenifying and describing the different species (pages 68 - 312) the openeing chapters deal with a range of fascinating and related topics (pages 4 -68). I found these to be of considerable interest and help. Pf particular use were "Basic Tree Biology", "Identifying Trees", "The Ecology of Trees and Woodland", "Winter Twig", "Comparing leaves" and "Comparing bark".
The descriptive pages are invaluable and easy to use. The left hand page of each pair of pages shows leaves and fruit details and a textual description, whilst teh right hand page is a selection of photographs showing key diagnostic features. These are not the same for all trees, because one feature may be more distinctive on one than another. As well as detailed photographs of leaves and fruit other features highlighted are flowers, bark, general outline of the tree/shrub and sometimes insects and fungi that may be associated.
On pages 64-65 there is a "Places to Visit" list, with web addresses, listing natural woodlands and arboreta that the enthusiast might like to visit. There is a map on the page to show approximate locations.
At the end there is a single index where species can be search by both common and latin names.
This is a superb book. The build is excellent, the pages are glossy, the photography is top quality and it simply yells professionalism.
Both enjoyable and useful, this is by far the best book on the subject that I have found so far.
As well as the pages which focus on idenifying and describing the different species (pages 68 - 312) the openeing chapters deal with a range of fascinating and related topics (pages 4 -68). I found these to be of considerable interest and help. Pf particular use were "Basic Tree Biology", "Identifying Trees", "The Ecology of Trees and Woodland", "Winter Twig", "Comparing leaves" and "Comparing bark".
The descriptive pages are invaluable and easy to use. The left hand page of each pair of pages shows leaves and fruit details and a textual description, whilst teh right hand page is a selection of photographs showing key diagnostic features. These are not the same for all trees, because one feature may be more distinctive on one than another. As well as detailed photographs of leaves and fruit other features highlighted are flowers, bark, general outline of the tree/shrub and sometimes insects and fungi that may be associated.
On pages 64-65 there is a "Places to Visit" list, with web addresses, listing natural woodlands and arboreta that the enthusiast might like to visit. There is a map on the page to show approximate locations.
At the end there is a single index where species can be search by both common and latin names.
This is a superb book. The build is excellent, the pages are glossy, the photography is top quality and it simply yells professionalism.
Both enjoyable and useful, this is by far the best book on the subject that I have found so far.
22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a handy little book that tells you all you need to know about trees and things related to trees.
If you have ever wondered what that tree was at the bottom of the garden or what those strange growths are in the branches or what the tree looks like that that gives us that glorious tulip wood carving, then this is a good place to find the answer.
If you have ever wondered what that tree was at the bottom of the garden or what those strange growths are in the branches or what the tree looks like that that gives us that glorious tulip wood carving, then this is a good place to find the answer.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
tree book
absolutely fantastic book. You will need no other tree guide. A delight to browse and hold. You will soon start to recognise trees on your walks, your land and in the parks. Read more
Published 28 days ago by cdn
good book
a well written and illustrated book, worth the money in my opinion and just the right size and a fair price
Published 28 days ago by owen
Very easy to use
This is a great book with easy to follow information, and great pictures so you know exactly what to look for. Read more
Published 2 months ago by scarebear
Collins Tree Guide
Other reviews said the best guide on British trees. I have no argument with that. It's excellent, but then I haven't looked at other guides.
Published 3 months ago by Bill
Does just the job
Bought as a present to be small enough to go on walks. Its a good size with really clear pictures and information.
Published 4 months ago by Woodby
The best tree guide I have ever read.
Contains both common and scientific names with descriptions of all the basic information you need e.g. Bark, Branches,Leaves and fruits which aid in identification. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Davie
Awsome
Gonna have to say as a firt year forestry student at the university of cumbria, i think it wouwld be a shame not to carry on .. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Published 7 months ago by Awsome
Great Info on British Trees
I read some great reviews on this book before I bought it and I'm not disappointed.
Easy to read, good size to take out and about, photos are perfect and the layout is well... Read more
Easy to read, good size to take out and about, photos are perfect and the layout is well... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Timnich
Fabulous! This book has given me a new hobby!
Being a bit of a weekend rambler I have always yearned to be able to identify the trees I see as I go on my walks. Eventually I decided to do something about it. Read more
Published 7 months ago by messageinthemoon
tree book
if u cant make sence of the other books get this one as the photos in the book and the realy good layout make it easer to tell the trees i brought 5 other books before this one and... Read more
Published 7 months ago by miss l c wright
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