{"product_id":"the-long-long-life-of-trees","title":"The Long  Long Life of Trees","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lyrical tribute to the diversity of trees  their physical beauty  their special characteristics and uses  and their ever-evolving meanings  Since the beginnings of history trees have served humankind in countless useful ways  but our relationship with trees has many dimensions beyond mere practicality. Trees are so entwined with human experience that diverse species have inspired their own stories  myths  songs  poems  paintings  and spiritual meanings. Some have achieved status as religious  cultural  or national symbols.  In this beautifully illustrated volume Fiona Stafford offers intimate  detailed explorations of seventeen common trees  from ash and apple to pine  oak  cypress  and willow. The author also pays homage to particular trees  such as the fabled Ankerwyke Yew  under which Henry VIII courted Anne Boleyn  and the spectacular cherry trees of Washington  D.C. Stafford discusses practical uses of wood past and present  tree diseases and environmental threats  and trees potential contributions toward slowing global climate change. Brimming with unusual topics and intriguing facts  this book celebrates trees and their long  long lives as our inspiring and beloved natural companions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44946531876917,"sku":"ByrdShop_0300207336","price":29.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780300207330.jpg?v=1769954995","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-long-long-life-of-trees","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}