Description

For decades the oak has been one of Britain's most love and revered trees. Notwithstanding this, there has been a dearth of comprehensive publications about them but most books have tended to concentrate on certain areas of study. Illustrated with 155 colour photographs and 45 illustrations, this detailed and wide ranging guide is essential reading for all those who have an interest in all aspects of British oaks as well as students of forestry and arboriculture, and those who work in tree related professions.

This concise guide examines the evolution, distribution, taxonomy and physical characteristics of Britain's two native oaks, the pedunculate and the sessile. It discusses pests, diseases and galls as well as the impact of pollution and the likely effect of climate change. Ancient oaks are covered, conservation and the general cultural history of the oak. It includes a useful glossary and an extensive bibliography.