This superbly illustrated book is a comprehensiveidentification reference to over 550 of the mostimportant and best-known trees of Britain and Europe. A detailed introduction looks at the origins of trees, theirevolution over time and the ways in which they have adapted to suit the variety of terrains in which they thrive. The book then presents an extensive illustratedencyclopedia of the most common, popular, prolific or unusual trees found in Britain and Europe. With over1600 photographs, artworks, illustrations and maps, thisencyclopedic resourcebook is perfect for home or study.