The Romance Of Our Trees (1920)

The Romance Of Our Trees is a book written by Ernest Henry Wilson and first published in 1920. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the history, culture, and symbolism of trees, with a focus on the trees of North America and Europe. Wilson, a renowned botanist and plant explorer, draws on his extensive knowledge of horticulture and botany to provide detailed descriptions of the physical characteristics and uses of various tree species. He also delves into the cultural significance of trees, examining their role in art, literature, and mythology. The book is lavishly illustrated with over 100 black and white photographs and illustrations, many of which were taken by Wilson himself during his travels. The Romance Of Our Trees is a fascinating read for anyone interested in botany, horticulture, or the cultural history of trees.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.