Heritage trees of Penang

A celebration of 200 trees which form an integral part of the natural, cultural and urban heritage of Penang. This unique book covers a wide range of both forest and cultivated species, each with a special story to tell. Taken as a whole Heritage Trees of Penang weaves a rich tapestry of the past an...

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Main Author: Gardner, Simon (Author)
Other Authors: Sidisunthorn, Pindar, Lai, Ee May
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Penang Areca Books 2011
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Summary:A celebration of 200 trees which form an integral part of the natural, cultural and urban heritage of Penang. This unique book covers a wide range of both forest and cultivated species, each with a special story to tell. Taken as a whole Heritage Trees of Penang weaves a rich tapestry of the past and present that demonstrates why Penang is such a remarkable place. Richly illustrated with 72 original watercolours and over 1200 photographs, this invaluable guide is a beautiful and authoritative companion to Penang's botanical inheritance.
Physical Description:xiii, 397 pages illustrations, map 28 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:9789675719066 (hbk)