Trees Of North America, Europe, the UK & Ireland

From the acclaimed photographer and botanist Roger Phillips, Trees is the definitive arboreal handbook for all admirers of the natural world. This refreshed edition of the bestselling guide features over 1,000 full-colour photographs and an updated species index, cataloguing hundreds of trees found across North America, Europe, the UK & Ireland, from the familiar to the exotic.From the common oak to the elusive black poplar, in settings as varied as woodlands, floodplains and your very own back garden, this classic book has informed generations of nature lovers. In this updated edition, each tree is illustrated in full detail – by leaf, flower, fruit, bark and mature tree shape – along with a unique leaf index and full description for easy identification.The trees are arranged alphabetically by Latin name, and the carefully-curated profiles of each feature fascinating details such as descriptions of habitat, rarity, the distribution of each tree, and historical backgrounds.Perfect for avowed enthusiasts and keen amateurs alike, this is a comprehensive and essential photographic guide to the trees found in North America, Europe, the UK and Ireland.