First Guide to Trees (Peterson Field Guides) (Paperback)

by George A. Petrides (Author), Roger Tory Peterson (Editor), Olivia Petrides (Illustrator), Janet Wehr (Illustrator) "This group includes pines, spruces, firs, yews, hemlocks, and others..." (more)
Key Phrases: Native Americans, Pacific Northwest, New Mexico (more...)

Editorial Reviews

Review
Using the unique system of identification employed in the author's other tree books, 243 common or unique trees of North America are divided into six major groups according to conspicuous characteristics. Within those categories, trees that look alike are brought together and compared in text and illustration.

The color plates, beautifully painted by Olivia Petrides and Janet Wehr, emphasize details that may not be present or clearly visible in a photograph. Differences between trees that resemble each other are clearly pointed out. Information also is provided on the ecology and natural history of trees, including the ways they are used by people and wildlife. -- From the Author --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Description
Now there is a guidebook to trees--one of the most popular subjects in the Peterson Field Guide series--for the beginning naturalist. The 243 trees are grouped into six categories by leaf type and arrangement, making it easier for the beginner to identify unknown species. 200 color illustrations.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt; 2nd edition (May 15, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0395911834
• ISBN-13: 978-0395911839
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 3.7 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #33,039 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very good and inexpensive book, January 14, 2002

By	Jaime R. Castro Cano "Rodrigo" (Chihuahua, Chihuahua Mexico) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I foun this one a very good book, it doesnt have any photos, but color illustrations are very descriptive and useful.
Its a must have because it covers all kind of trees, even some palm and cacti.

You wont find any problem to identify any tree, differences are very well noted on this book.

I give it four stars because it doesnt have an overview of trees forms, it only shows leaves, thorns, fruits, but not the tree form and dimensions.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars handy reference great for kids, June 8, 2007

By	monet perry (d'iberville, ms United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

this little book is perfect to take along on a trip or picnic to identify trees. lots of information in an easy to understand format, especially for kids but not bad for the adults either.