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We are often asked about sources of arboriculture information or sometimes to recommended tree surgery books or for good a tree identification book.

This is especially true of those studying tree surgery courses, or thinking about a career in tree surgery. And also by those interested in books relating to the environment, permaculture or sustainability issues. There are some excellent arboriculture books on the market and we list quite a few below that may be of interest to our visitors.

Here is a recommended list of books and literature on trees and tree related subjects as well as a wider book list for environmental / green / sustainability issues in general.

Arboriculture Books

A body language of trees - Tree Book - Arboriculture Book - Matteck Breloer

Modern Arboriculture
Alex L. Shigo

A classic text book for the serious arborist / tree surgeon
Excellent for tree surgery students and those who want to understand trees from the inside out

Tree Pruning: Worldwide Photo Guide
Alex L. Shigo

Essential reading for good tree surgery practice. For the professional Arborist

The Body Language of Trees: A Handbook...
C. Mattheck,
H. Breloer

An in-depth and extremely interesting book for the professional tree surgeon, tree surveyors & managers

The Principles of Tree Hazard
D. Lonsdale

Illustrates the hazards that arise from growth or decay of trees. In depth sections on fungi. A book for Arborists and those involved with carrying out tree reports

Diagnosis of Ill Health in Trees
R.G. Strouts, T.G. Winter

Invaluable, one of the most useful books for the tree surgeon and tree manager. Clear photos and descriptions allows for correct diagnosis of ill-health and potential risks

Fungal Strategies of Decay in Trees
F. Schwarze,
J. Engels,
C. Mattheck,
W. Linnard

Good photos of fungi and wood decay. Accessible and easy to follow fundamentals of wood pathology. Excellent!

The Arboriculturalist's Companion
N.D.G. James

A classic book for those in professional tree surgery. This is usually a recommended book for students of arboriculture

Chainsaw Operators Manual
Bernard Kestel

Considered as an the essential safety book for all professional and recreational users of chainsaws. Also covers basic cross cutting, simple tree felling and problem tree felling. A help to those taking NPTC chainsaw certificates

Arboriculture: Integrated Management of Landscape Trees, Shrubs, and Vines - Arboriculture Book

Arboriculture:
Integrated Management of Landscape Trees, Shrubs, and Vines
R. W. Harris, J. R. Clark
N. P. Matheny

A New Tree Biology
Alex Shigo

Resurgence Magazine

This deserves a section all to itself - I can not recommend this magazine enough. It contains truly fabulous, intelligent & insightful articles on the environment, sustainability, nature, politics and more. It never fails to deliver each month and leaves one feeling hopeful.

Resurgence continues to publish articles that are on the cutting edge of current thinking, promoting creativity, ecology, spirituality and frugality

Resurgence magazine - sacred architecture, art in the environment, small schools and deep ecology

Resurgence Magazine - community supported agriculture, local economics, ecological building

esurgence Magazine - gives working models for an emerging new paradigm.

Resurgence Magazine - Resurgence argues for politics with principles

Resurgence Magazine - positive ideas about the theory and practice of good living

"Resurgence continues to publish articles that are on the cutting edge of current thinking, promoting creativity, ecology, spirituality and frugality.

While the corporate world advocates "free trade" Resurgence questions trade without responsibility and money without morality. While our governments define the "national interest" and its politicians pursue power at all costs, Resurgence argues for politics with principles. While technology invades our lives in the name of speed and efficiency, Resurgence advocates science with a soul.

But Resurgence not only offers a critique of the old paradigm, it gives working models for an emerging new paradigm. Resurgence is packed full of positive ideas about the theory and practice of good living: permaculture, community supported agriculture, local economics, ecological building, sacred architecture, art in the environment, small schools and deep ecology."

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"There is too much to read and too little time,
so choose reading that carries value for the future - Resurgence"

Tree Books - General

Trees: Their Natural History P.A. Thomas A greatly detailed but simply written book on trees. General tree history as well as in depth treatment of different species. Good for students and those who just have a love of trees		Meetings with Remarkable Trees Thomas Pakenham		Remarkable Trees of the World Thomas Pakenham	The Ancient Yew Robert Bevan-Jones

My Life, My Trees Richard St Barbe Baker	Tree Wisdom J.M. Paterson		Mythic Woods: The World's Most Remarkable Forests J. Roberts, T. Pakenham		The Celtic Wisdom of Trees Jane Gifford

British Native Trees Their Past and Present Uses Piers Warren A delightful, easy to read book packed with information about trees and burning wood. Excellent in-depth appraisal of using firewood logs as fuel	Oak : A British History E. Harris, J. Harris, N.D.G James		Oak : The Frame Of Civilisation William Bryant Logan		The Secret Life of Trees Colin Tudge "A love letter to Trees" This an absolutely fantastic books. If you love trees you will love this book. You will be surprised and enthralled at the insights and tree information that will add to your tree knowledge. An absolute must. Highly recommended!


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Trees - Identification Books

Collins Tree Guide O. Johnson & D. More	Trees in Britain Roger Phillips	Mitchell Beazley Pocket Guide to Trees Keith Rushforth	The Tree Identification Book George Symonds

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Woodlands and Woodland Management Books

The Woodland Way Ben Law		Caring for Small Woods Ken Broad		Woodlands: A Practical Handbook E. Agate (BTCV)		EcoForestry - The Art & Science of Trees & Woodland Drengenson & Taylor

	Ecology & Management of Coppice Woodlands G.P. Buckley		Tall Trees & Small Woods - How to Grow and Tend them W. Mutch	Trees in my forest Bernd Heinrich	Woodland Conservation & Management George Peterken

Fundamental Woodland Management Booklet from the Small Woods Assoc.		Woodland Habitats H. J. Read M. Frater		Natural Woodland George F Peterken	Ancient Woodland Oliver Rackham


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Countryside Management Books

Hedging: A Practical Handbook E. Agate (BTCV)	Dry Stone Walling: A Practical Handbook A. Brooks, et al (BTCV)	Fencing:: A Practical Handbook E. Agate (BTCV)	Tree Planting & Aftercare: A Practical Handbook E. Agate (BTCV)


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Permaculture Books

	Permaculture: A Designer's Manual Bill Mollison	The Earth Care Manual P. Whitefield			Permaculture: Principles & Pathways beyond sustainability David Holmgren	Permaculture: A Beginner's Guide G. Burnett

Gaia's Garden T. Hemenway			David Holmgren: Collected Permaculture Writings D. Holmgren		Introduction to Permaculture B. Mollison	Permaculture Teacher's Guide Andy Goldring

Permacultue in a Nutshell P. Whitefield		The Permaculture Garden G. Bell		The Permaculture Way G. Bell		Earth users guide to Permaculture R. Morrow

Sustainable / Ecological Building Books

The Green Building Bible Ed. Keith Hall	The Good House Book Clarke Snell	Earth to Spirit David Pearson	Building a Low Impact Roundhouse T. Wrench

Ecohouse A Design Guide S. Roaf	New Organic Architecture David Pearson	Spirit & Place C Day	Building Inside Nature's Envelope A. Wasowski

Built by Hand Steen and Komatsu	Shelter L. Khan	Home Work L. Khan	How to Build your Low Impact Dwelling Volumes 1 & 2

The Art of Natural Building Joseph Kennedy et al

Organic Farming / Vegetable / Plant Books

Plants for a Future: Edible & Useful Plants for a Healthier World Ken Fern A fantastic book. A valuable list of easily grown plants. Useful as well as being good for the environment	The Apple Grower: A Guide for the Organic Orchardist Michael Phillips Managing, marketing, and maintaining an organic orchard.	Success with Apples and Pears to Eat & Drink Alan Rowe The book contains an interesting history of apples and pears, as well as a great guide to growing	The New Book of Apples: The Definitive Guide to Over 2000 Varieties The Earl of Selborne An exhaustive guide to apples!!

Traditional Orcharding Fred C. Sears

Environment & Environmental Issues

The Revenge of Gaia James Lovelock

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