Description
Discover the enchanting world of Eucalypts through this beautifully crafted book that delves into the profound relationship between these majestic trees and their significance in Australian culture and history. With 352 pages of rich content, this book highlights the diversity, beauty, and ecological importance of Eucalypts, exploring how they have shaped Australian identity over the years. From their evolution to their practical applications in architecture, furniture-making, and even musical instruments, this book provides an in-depth look at not only Eucalypts' biological and horticultural features but also their transformative role in Aboriginal and colonial communities. Featuring a stunning collection of historical and contemporary images, it captures the essence and artistry inspired by these iconic trees, making it a perfect addition for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike. As a symbol of resilience and beauty, Eucalypts are much more than just trees – they are the embodiment of Australia's landscape. This book uniquely celebrates their story, making it an essential read for anyone interested in Australia's natural heritage.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781743310809
Year: 2012
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 352
Description:
'The tallest and most stately trees I ever saw in any nobleman's ground in England cannot excel in beauty those which nature presented to our view.' First fleet surgeon Arthur Bowes
Eucalypts are a familiar part of our landscape and an integral part of the Australian identity. We have farmed them and used them to build houses, furniture, roads and bridges since the beginning of white settlement. We have been inspired by them, painted them, made films about them, written books about them and of course Aboriginal Australians have long made musical instruments from them. Though a small number are found as native plants in several other countries, Eucalypts are a very Australian tree.
This book celebrates their diversity, their beauty and the role they play in our history, culture and economy. It looks at their evolution, biology, horticulture and ecology, together with their classification and the botanists involved. Through historic and contemporary images, it examines the many ways in which they have served Aboriginal, colonial and contemporary Australians in both practical and aesthetic ways.
Eucalypts have quite literally been the building blocks of our nation and this beautiful book tells their complete story for the first time.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781743310809
Year: 2012
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 352
Description:
'The tallest and most stately trees I ever saw in any nobleman's ground in England cannot excel in beauty those which nature presented to our view.' First fleet surgeon Arthur Bowes
Eucalypts are a familiar part of our landscape and an integral part of the Australian identity. We have farmed them and used them to build houses, furniture, roads and bridges since the beginning of white settlement. We have been inspired by them, painted them, made films about them, written books about them and of course Aboriginal Australians have long made musical instruments from them. Though a small number are found as native plants in several other countries, Eucalypts are a very Australian tree.
This book celebrates their diversity, their beauty and the role they play in our history, culture and economy. It looks at their evolution, biology, horticulture and ecology, together with their classification and the botanists involved. Through historic and contemporary images, it examines the many ways in which they have served Aboriginal, colonial and contemporary Australians in both practical and aesthetic ways.
Eucalypts have quite literally been the building blocks of our nation and this beautiful book tells their complete story for the first time.