Oliver Rackham
Woodlands
- ISBN 13:
- 9780008156916
- author:
- Oliver Rackham
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- William Collins
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 608
- Dimensions:
- 13 x 5.5 x 19.9 cm
- Genre:
- Science & Nature, Earth Sciences & Geography, Education
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Oliver Rackham's Woodlands offers a fascinating new insight into the trees of the British landscape that have filled us with awe and inspiration throughout the centuries.
By exploring diverse evidence such as woodland in buildings and ships, and its portrayal in pictures and photographs, Rackham traces British woodland through the ages, from the evolution of wildwood to modern forestry and conservation efforts. He delves into names, surveys, mapping, legal documents, archaeology, photographs, and works of art to reveal an utterly compelling insight into British woodlands.
This engaging book provides a unique perspective on the history and significance of Britain's woodland heritage, shedding light on how they have shaped our national obsession with nature.
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