{"product_id":"the-magnificent-book-of-trees-9798886740530","title":"The Magnificent Book of Trees","description":"\u003cb\u003eTravel all around the world to see 36 magnificent trees close up.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTake a journey through steamy rainforests, scorching deserts, and vast plains to find 36 spectacular trees, from the swamp cypress to the sweet chestnut. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e See the rainbow eucalyptus with its multicolored bark and the Japanese cherry tree dripping with blossom. Find out about the monkey puzzle tree and how it was around at the time of the dinosaurs. Discover the kapok tree with its thorn-covered trunk. Spot the wildlife that lives alongside these impressive species. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e With stunning illustrations, intriguing facts, and full-color, poster-sized illustrations, this is the ideal reference for all the family. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 36 TREES: Learn about dozens of trees, from the towering giant redwood to the carbon-storing mangrove. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED: Vibrant, detailed images bring a wide variety of trees to life. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e FASCINATING FACTS: Includes hundreds of fascinating facts in an easy-to-read format that will enthral nature lovers of all ages. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e TREES WORLD MAP: A full-page map shows where in the world each tree originally grew. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e COLLECT THE SERIES: More beautifully illustrated compendiums for all ages include \u003ci\u003eThe Magnificent Book of Creatures of the Abyss, The Magnificent Book of Sharks, The Magnificent Book of Animals, \u003c\/i\u003eand\u003ci\u003e The Magnificent Book of Birds.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTony Russell is a forester and horticulturist with more than 30 years of experience. He served as head forester of Westonbirt Arboretum in Gloucestershire, England, for fourteen years before going on to host serval horticulture-based television and radio programs. He is the author of many works on the subject, including \u003ci\u003eThe Encyclopedia of Trees\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Trees of Britain and Europe\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eCornwall's Great Gardens\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eVal Walerczuk believes anything is possible when it comes to creating art. This internationally acclaimed illustrator is a stickler for accuracy and attention to detail, and is passionate about animals and natural history. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSimon Treadwell attended the Istituto Europeo di Design in Milan and later worked as an Art Director in the advertising industry. As an illustrator, he became a specialist in hyperrealism, using mixed techniques, airbrush, oil, acrylic and watercolors, before deciding to start producing digital artworks. Simon is forever exploring his art and discovering new ideas and techniques to best illustrate his work.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Weldon Owen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50894986772754,"sku":"9798886740530","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_73c8619b-7169-4034-8880-9ac3e7c38fd0.jpg?v=1738265405","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-magnificent-book-of-trees-9798886740530","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}