Australian Forest Woods

Name: Australian Forest Woods
Brand: NewSouth Books
SKU: 9781486307784
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By Morris Lake

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Australian Forest Woods by Morris Lake explores the vast and diverse array of woods found in Australia's forests, providing an in-depth look at their scientific classifications, unique properties, and uses. This comprehensive guide delves into the ecological significance of various timber species, offering insights into both commercially significant and lesser-known woods. Ideal for those interested in botany or woodworking, the book serves as an essential resource for understanding Australia's natural heritage.
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This book may appeal to you if you have a passion for the natural world, especially the diverse forests of Australia. With comprehensive insights into the variety of wood species, it is perfect for anyone interested in botany, woodworking, or sustainable forestry. Additionally, its scientific exploration makes it a great choice for those who appreciate an informative read about the unique ecosystems of Australia.

Australian Forest Woods

Australian Forest Woods

Description

Australian Forest Woods describes about 130 of the most significant Australian forest trees and their wood. The introductory sections introduce the reader to the uniqueness and usefulness of forest trees.

The book examines the forest tree species and their wood with photographs, botanical descriptions, and a summary of the characteristics of the wood.

A section on wood identification includes fundamental information on tree growth and wood structure, as well as images of the basic characteristics.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781486307784

Publisher: CSIRO Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 20 January 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: CSIRO Publishing

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 218.0mm

Height: 297.0mm

Weight: 960g

Pages: 232

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About the Author

Morris Lake worked for the Queensland Department of Primary Industries from 1961 to 1998. Since retiring in 1998, he has served in the International Wood Collectors Society (IWCS) as AustralAsian Regional Trustee (2002–04) and Publications Chairman (2004–07). He has written several books, including Australian Trees and Shrubs, and previously edited the IWCS journals World of Wood and Down Under. He has produced, authored or co-authored over 450 publications.