Oak The Frame of Civilization

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial. For centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. From the ink of Bach's cantatas to the first boat to reach the New World, the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence in our past. Yet we've largely forgotten the oak's role in civilization. With reverence, humor, and compassion, Logan awakens us to the vibrant presence of the oak throughout our history and in today's world.

ISBN:	9780393327786
Publisher:	W. W. Norton & Company
Imprint:	W.W. Norton and Company
Published date:	17 Jul 2006
DEWEY:	634.9721
DEWEY edition:	22
Language:	English
Number of pages:	320
Weight:	260g
Height:	283mm
Width:	279mm
Spine width:	21mm

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