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The Tree Identification Book Kindle Edition

by George W. Symonds (Author), Stephen V. Chelminski (Photographer) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 374 ratings
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The classic easy-reference field guide with more than 1500 photographs: “An almost foolproof practical reference book.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
 
This useful book for botanists, horticulturists, and nature lovers is made up of two parts: Pictorial Keys and Master Pages. The Keys are designed for easy visual comparison of details that look alike, narrowing the identification of a tree to one of a small group—the family or genus. Then, in the Master Pages, the species of the tree is determined, with similar details placed together to highlight differences within the family group, thus eliminating all other possibilities.
All of the more than 1500 photographs were made specifically for use in this book and were taken either in the field or of carefully collected specimens. Where possible, details such as leaves, fruit, etc., appear in actual size, or in the same scale.

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    945 pages
  2. Language
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  4. Publisher
    William Morrow
  5. Publication date
    May 28, 2013
  6. File size
    60478 KB
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00B72H3QY
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ William Morrow (May 28, 2013)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 28, 2013
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 60478 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 945 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 374 ratings

Customer reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
374 global ratings
Black and white, don’t buy.
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Black and white, don’t buy.
It’s black and white!! A tree identification book that uses images to help identify colorful trees that may may in shade and such that is Black and White!!! Terrible.
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glcii
5.0 out of 5 stars The ultimate in fast and easy identification
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2000
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Occasionally I get a chance to show this book to some other tree nut. Their first reaction is "Oh, yeah, I have a great tree book too." Then we take a mystery twig and see which book is best. Without fail, this book is quicker and easier. The next thing the tree nut is saying is, "hey let me see that book." The next thing I know I'm back on this Amazon page buying a copy to send them...
This book is a masterpiece. It is arranged so that you can take a single sign (twig, leaf, bark, etc.) and use pictorial keys to quickly narrow your search to a positive identification of a mystery tree. Sometimes you need to check additional signs, but often times the twig with a leaf or bloom that you bring back from a walk is all you need for a positive identification.
I have had my copy since 1975 and it has never let me down as I have lived in Virginia, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and points in between. The copyright date is 1958. I don't know anything about George Symonds, but he had that rare knack for making a potentially confusing and complicated topic pleasurably accessible to the average person.
This is NOT a coffee table book. It does NOT fit in your pocket. It has NO color photos. This 8.5 x 11-inch black and white volume does have incredibly clear and useful photos of all the keys. Unlike those puny photos and drawings in a pocket guide, these photos are full or one-half scale, or carefully referenced (for example bark photos include a ruler in the image). It has no stuffy writing, just the essential information in completely accessible form.
The result is a low-tech looking book that blows the doors off of any other tree ID book I have ever seen.
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sarah
5.0 out of 5 stars Finally! A tree ID book with photographs!
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2023
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Finally! A tree ID book with photographs! Very clear images. Wonderful aid for tree identification. Not pocket size. More of a home reference book
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D. Green
4.0 out of 5 stars Well worth the modest price
Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2007
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Having used a number of feild guides with resulting frastration I found this book very useful and well worth the modest price. There is a hardback available for a much higher price that would not have been worth it as a reference tool. But, I was able to quickly narrow the scope of my search for identification of a "mystery" tree in my yard. The species was not in the book, but the genus was and that allowed me to utilize Internet resources to get the exact species nailed down. I also like the fact that the book covers identification from a number of angles - leaves, flowers, fruit, bark, and twigs. As a novice, this was instructive to me. The fact that the pictures are in black and white is not a major draw back inasmuch as they are good quality. It is clearly not a stand alone reference, but is a useful tool, especially when combined with what is now available on the Internet.
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Sherman A.
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a different publishing technique presenting the methods of tree identification.
Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2014
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A few weeks ago a customer in my wood turning shop saw my collection of books on trees and the new ones I sell along with Easy Wood Tools. Then he asked if I had seen George Symonds' book. To enhance my acquaintance with the author the man went to his car and brought his copy in. I ordered a copy online but the seller sent the wrong Symonds book...on shrub identification. I wrote the seller to tell them I would keep it anyway and to let them know to adjust their inventory. They refunded my purchase and told me to keep the book. Then I found and bought a new copy of the tree identification book. Both books are outstanding additions to my library and great tools to have to improve my professional skill. Thank you My. Symonds!
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william m austin
5.0 out of 5 stars Handy Reference
Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2018
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I keep my book in my camper to identify trees that are around my camper when I go camping. I also use it when I make entries in my watercolor journal. It only identifies about one hundred tree species and their sub species. Therefore it is some what limited in identifying some rarer tree species. If you are collecting specimen for a biological study, you may need a more in depth identifier. I've had my book for about 3 months, and it is showing signs of wear, but then I must mention that I use it everyday. Highly recommended.
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Christine Chandler
5.0 out of 5 stars Good reference book.
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2022
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I've already used to identify a sweet cherry and poplar on the property. Identification by both pics of the flowers and bark. This helped decide between a mountain ash and a sweet cherry. Quite useful!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Best Picture ID book
Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2020
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I have had 6 copies of this book each seems to disappear, I used to loan it out. It is just such an easy ID book you can't miss the ID. I especially like the buds and seeds sections great for no leaf ID.
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Mark
3.0 out of 5 stars There are better books available.
Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2019
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I purchased this book, and it is easy to use, but not in color. I also own and have used other tree Identification books and this one is not worth it if you only want to purchase one. Currently I would suggest The Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Trees over this book, though it too has its limitations. May be best to buy and read them all but that is not practical.
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Trex
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice !!
Reviewed in Canada on September 5, 2022
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Very nice book !! i really enjoy it !
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Green India
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in India on October 15, 2017
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best for library
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Jane P
3.0 out of 5 stars Grey trees
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 19, 2015
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This was bought as a gift for a trainee arborsit. The information is excellent but I was disappointed to find that none of the photographs were in colour.
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Emily
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Reference
Reviewed in Canada on October 15, 2019
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I use this for personal identification as well as educational information. I'm a Horticulture Science student and I 100% recommend this easy to understand field guide.
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Home Inspector
3.0 out of 5 stars US book for identifying US trees!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 27, 2007
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Originally written in the 1950's and still in print, I've no doubt that this is the definative book for identifying North American Trees. Presented in glorious black and white, the many photographs are clear and bold but are of little use for precise British tree recognition. Great if you're planning a field trip to the US but I see little point in offering this book through the UK version of this web portal.
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