Forest Giants

Science & Nature History Australiana

Forest Giants by Helen Hannah is a 1986 illustrated paperback from the Forestry Commission of New South Wales that celebrates the grandeur of Australia’s commercial forests. Aimed at young adults and adults alike, this vintage Australian book pairs concise text with striking images to show how trees have shaped the nation’s industry and identity.

Inside the 120 pages, Hannah weaves botany, geography and cultural history into true stories of the forests that powered New South Wales. The detailed photographs and artwork make it equal parts art book and reference, perfect for collectors interested in 1980s Australian history, environmental studies or industrial heritage.

This copy is clean and tidy: cover shows gentle sun-fading but all pages are crisp, unmarked, and tightly bound. No handwriting, dog-ears or tears; stored in a smoke-free home. A solid, ready-to-read addition to any Australiana, forestry or illustrated nature shelf.