Eastern old-growth forests : prospects for rediscovery and recovery /

Eastern Old-Growth Forests is the first book devoted exclusively to old growth throughout the East. Authoritative essays from leading experts examine the ecology and characteristics of eastern old growth, explore its history and value -- both ecological and cultural -- and make recommendations for i...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Otros Autores: Davis, Mary D.
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Washington, D.C. : Island Press, ©1996.
Temas:
Old growth forests > East (U.S.)
Old growth forest ecology > East (U.S.)
Old growth forest conservation > East (U.S.)
Forêts de haute futaie > États-Unis (Est)
Écologie des forêts de haute futaie > États-Unis (Est)
Forêts de haute futaie > Conservation > États-Unis (Est)
BUSINESS & ECONOMICS > Real Estate > General.
Old growth forest conservation
Old growth forest ecology
Old growth forests
East United States
Acceso en línea:Texto completo
Descripción
Sumario:Eastern Old-Growth Forests is the first book devoted exclusively to old growth throughout the East. Authoritative essays from leading experts examine the ecology and characteristics of eastern old growth, explore its history and value -- both ecological and cultural -- and make recommendations for its preservation. The book provides a thorough overview of the importance of old growth in the East including its extent, qualities, and role in wildlands restoration. It will serve a vital role in furthering preservation efforts by making eastern old-growth issues better known and understood.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (xvi, 383 pages) : illustrations, maps
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781610912440
1610912446

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