Yew (Paperback)

Europe’s most ancient species of tree, the yew has many unique characteristics: it is a ‘conifer’ without resin or cones, and though it has an extraordinarily low rate of photosynthesis, it can grow where other plants wither and die. It was in the Palaeolithic Era that humans were first struck by the yew’s regenerative powers and began to associate it with concepts of life, death, the afterlife and eternity. Yew trees can be found at the sacred sites of Native Americans and Buddhists, and Shinto shrines in Japan, as well as in Christian churchyards, where they became a symbol of the Resurrection. Now available in paperback, this richly illustrated cultural and natural history includes the latest scientific discoveries about a most remarkable tree.

General

Imprint:	Reaktion Books
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Botanical
Release date:	April 2023
Authors:	Fred Hageneder
Dimensions:	216 x 138mm (L x W)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	208
ISBN-13:	978-1-78914-721-6
Categories:	Books > Sport & Leisure > Natural history, country life & pets > Plant life: general > General Promotions
LSN:	1-78914-721-2
Barcode:	9781789147216

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