The Important Timber Trees Of The United States - Simon Bolivar Elliott - Bog

The Important Timber Trees Of The United States: A Manual Of Practical Forestry is a comprehensive book written by Simon Bolivar Elliott in 1912. The book provides a detailed description of the most important timber trees found in the United States, along with their characteristics, uses, and practical applications in forestry.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the identification and classification of timber trees. The author provides a detailed description of each tree, including its botanical name, common name, distribution, growth habits, and physical characteristics such as bark, leaves, flowers, and fruit.The second part of the book covers the practical applications of forestry, including the cultivation, harvesting, and management of timber trees. The author provides detailed instructions on how to plant and care for trees, as well as how to harvest and process timber for commercial use.Throughout the book, the author emphasizes the importance of sustainable forestry practices and conservation efforts to ensure the long-term viability of timber resources in the United States. The book also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to aid in the identification and classification of timber trees.Overall, The Important Timber Trees Of The United States: A Manual Of Practical Forestry is an essential resource for anyone interested in forestry, timber harvesting, or the conservation of natural resources in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.