| Author |
Mohlenbrock, Robert H., 1931- |
| Illustrator |
Burton, Fredda J. |
| Illustrator |
Meyer, Miriam Wysong |
| Photographer |
Mohlenbrock, Robert H., 1931- |
| Photographer |
Richardson, John A. |
| Title |
Forest Trees of Illinois (Third Edition)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 64.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Forest Trees of Illinois (Third Edition)" by Robert H. Mohlenbrock is a scientific publication written in the late 20th century. This work focuses on providing comprehensive identification resources for the various tree species found in Illinois, enhancing readers' understanding and appreciation of these natural resources. It serves as a valuable guide for botany enthusiasts, students, and nature lovers alike. The opening of the book begins with acknowledgments and an introduction outlining the history of its previous editions, dating back to the original written in 1927. Mohlenbrock explains the criteria for defining what constitutes a tree and discusses the importance of understanding both common and Latin names for plant species. The segment emphasizes the book's aim to help Illinois residents identify and appreciate the varied tree species in their state, setting the stage for the detailed keys and descriptions that follow. The introduction provides a foundational understanding that will be crucial for users engaging with the keys for identifying trees through their seasonal characteristics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
QK: Science: Botany
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| Subject |
Trees -- Illinois -- Identification
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| Subject |
Forest plants -- Illinois -- Identification
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
65705 |
| Release Date |
Jun 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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