false 319754 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 319754 2 310516 2005 Oak: The Frame of Civilization total:38|5:12|4:14|3:10|2:2|1:0| 38 150 63 12 19933 4.00 103 31 58013343 140608 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.97 36 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 5 0 false Sat Jun 06 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Sun May 31 20:13:09 -0700 2009 Sat Jun 06 21:36:46 -0700 2009 3 It's possible to read "Oak" and simply come away with an appreciation of quercus and the many benefits it has provided to humans and a host of other creatures. But that would be to miss what I consider to be major underlying themes of the book: trees (and nature) have an intrinsic worth th...

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Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 5 0 false Tue Jul 29 08:27:23 -0700 2008 Tue Jul 29 08:42:10 -0700 2008
this book is by the same guy who wrote dirt: the estatic skin of the earth. that book is like poetry and is amazing, the way the author puts words together, absolutely ...more...]]> 14494563 183338 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.95 38 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 4 0 false Sat Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2005 Sun Feb 03 21:12:54 -0800 2008 Sun Feb 03 21:35:35 -0800 2008 more...]]> 61794013 2352473 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.95 38 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 5 0 false Tue Apr 01 00:00:00 -0700 2008 Wed Jul 01 13:14:41 -0700 2009 Wed Jul 01 13:21:46 -0700 2009 more...]]> 39304352 254011 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.95 38 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 3 0 false Thu Dec 04 12:14:33 -0800 2008 Sat Jan 03 19:24:39 -0800 2009 more...]]> 40463602 1687998 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.95 38 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 5 0 false Sat Mar 01 00:00:00 -0800 2008 Fri Dec 19 10:09:11 -0800 2008 Fri Dec 19 10:12:18 -0800 2008 37450267 1703860 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.95 38 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 4 0 false Tue Nov 11 13:52:24 -0800 2008 Tue Nov 11 14:03:23 -0800 2008 more...]]> 1834659 125243 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.95 38 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 3 0 false Sun Jun 10 20:30:28 -0700 2007 Sun Jun 10 20:34:13 -0700 2007 more...]]> 59255253 938154 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.95 38 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 4 0 false Thu Jun 11 05:33:40 -0700 2009 Thu Jun 11 05:48:47 -0700 2009 6775006 306610 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.95 38 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 5 0 false Wed Feb 01 00:00:00 -0800 2006 Tue Sep 25 11:15:29 -0700 2007 Tue Sep 25 11:17:59 -0700 2007
Great book.]]> 5320855 322285 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.95 38 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 3 0 false Wed Aug 29 18:35:28 -0700 2007 Thu Dec 17 07:44:34 -0800 2009 16344656 580722 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.95 38 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 2 0 false Sat Mar 01 00:00:00 -0800 2008 Mon Feb 25 14:58:12 -0800 2008 Tue Mar 25 13:08:59 -0700 2008 81688706 2174110 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.95 38 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 0 0 false Mon Dec 21 15:02:00 -0800 2009 Mon Dec 21 15:02:13 -0800 2009 77447858 389747 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.95 38 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 0 0 false Wed Nov 11 10:37:30 -0800 2009 Wed Nov 11 10:37:30 -0800 2009 77447825 1401327 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.95 38 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 4 0 false Wed Nov 11 10:37:12 -0800 2009 Wed Nov 11 10:37:12 -0800 2009 76119100 2890310 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.95 38 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 3 0 false Thu Oct 29 10:01:38 -0700 2009 Thu Oct 29 10:01:38 -0700 2009 70515942 39991 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.95 38 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 4 0 false Tue Sep 22 17:31:16 -0700 2009 Tue Sep 08 15:40:39 -0700 2009 Tue Sep 22 17:31:16 -0700 2009 69845706 634200 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.95 38 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 0 0 false Wed Sep 02 14:42:19 -0700 2009 Wed Sep 02 14:42:19 -0700 2009 68726648 294664 319754 0393327787 9780393327786 12 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814m/319754.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173734814s/319754.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/319754.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.95 38 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree. "A dazzling book, full of knowledge and rare wisdom, too."—Thomas Pakenham, author of Remarkable Trees of the World

Professional arborist and award-winning nature writer William Bryant Logan deftly relates the delightful history of the reciprocal relationship between humans and oak trees since time immemorial—a profound link that has almost been forgotten. From the ink of Bach's cantatas, to the first boat to reach the New World, to the wagon, the barrel, and the sword, oak trees have been a constant presence throughout our history. In fact, civilization prospered where oaks grew, and for centuries these supremely adaptable, generous trees have supported humankind in nearly every facet of life. "With an unabashed enthusiasm for his subject" (Carol Haggas, Booklist) Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a contagious curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. At once humorous and reverent, "this splendid acknowledgment of a natural marvel" (Publishing News) reintroduces the oak tree so that we might see its vibrant presence throughout our history and our modern world. 30 illustrations.]]> 2005 3 0 false Wed Oct 21 21:18:49 -0700 2009 Mon Aug 24 13:56:12 -0700 2009 Mon Aug 24 13:56:43 -0700 2009 67409147 1441752 1584153 0393047733 9780393047738 0 <![CDATA[Oak: The Frame of Civilization]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1185489390m/1584153.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1185489390s/1584153.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1584153.Oak_The_Frame_of_Civilization 3.50 2 From ink to sailing ships, a biography of the essential tree.

The story of oak is at the root of everything we know. The oak tree is everywhere in the temperate zones of the world; knowing how to use it has made an astonishing difference to human history. Acorn-eating has sustained humans and animals; oak has been central to religious rites, heating, homemaking, and travel by land and sea; the ink from oak galls advanced the written word; oak casks have made possible food and drink storage and transport; oak ships have fought the dramatic naval battles that determined political and economic history. William Bryant Logan combines science, philosophy, spirituality, and history with a quirky curiosity about why the natural world works the way it does. In lively literary prose, he narrates the biography of the tree that since time immemorial has been a symbol of loyalty and strength, generosity and renewal. The oak has been both a patient teacher and an inexhaustible subject. Recent studies reveal remarkable facts about its communitarian nature—proving that the oak can yet instruct us. 30 illustrations.

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