Gardening & Environment Education & Reference Science & Nature
Forest Trees of Australia by M.I.H. Brooker and co-authors remains the go-to hardcover reference for identifying and understanding the continent’s native timber species. First published in 1987 by Nelson Wadsworth, this illustrated edition distills botanical detail into clear descriptions useful to arborists, students, and nature lovers alike.
Over 400 line drawings and annotated plates guide readers from rainforest giants to inland mallees, making the book a practical companion for field trips or garden planning. Notes on timber properties, horticulture, and historical uses add professional value while staying accessible to hobbyists.
This used copy carries a neat gift inscription on the front endpaper and light foxing to the inner covers, yet the interior pages are crisp, unmarked, and tightly bound. The dust jacket shows minor shelf scuffing typical of its age, but the volume presents well on the shelf and in the hand.
An essential addition to any Australiana, forestry, or natural-history shelf, Forest Trees of Australia blends scholarly accuracy with everyday utility—perfect for collectors seeking a solid working reference rather than a pristine showpiece.