Australia's Remarkable Trees

by Kimbal Baker and Richard Allen

Book Overview

Richly illustrated with remarkable photographs, this reference explores 50 of Australia's oldest, largest, and most unusual trees. From Elephantine Boabs in the Kimberley region and Ironbarks in Queensland to Strangler Figs in the northern rainforests and Shining Gums on Australia's icy mountains, this chronicle celebrates trees and encourages the protection and preservation of the world's oldest and most magnificent living things. Teeming with fascinating facts and histories, this guide argues that these remarkable trees are national treasures and should be treated as such.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0522856691
• ISBN13: 9780522856699
• Release Date: April 2010
• Publisher: Melbourne University
• Length: 253 Pages
• Weight: 3.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 9.3" x 11.0"