Under the canopy : trees around the world
Volant, Iris2018
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Trees are the lungs of the world. They have inspired our stories, myths and culture. Every climate, every nation has its tales of trees, true or legendary, that help us understand ourselves and the beauty of the natural world around us. Beyond their environmental significance, this illustrated book explores the cultural significance that trees have in different societies. From the olive trees of Athens to the Eucalyptus trees of Australia, discover the place of trees in history and mythology across the world.
Main title:
Under the canopy : trees around the world / Iris Volant & Cynthia Alonso.
Author:
Volant, Iris, authorAlonso, Cynthia, illustrator
Imprint:
London : Flying Eye Books, 2018.
Collation:
48 pages : illustrations (colour) ; 32 cm
Audience:
Juvenile.pym; pyu.
ISBN:
9781911171423 (hbk)
Dewey class:
582.16J582.16
Local class:
582.16
Language:
English
Subject:
Index terms:
NatureTreesMythology
BRN:
2170018