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The Changing Nature of the Maine Woods
The Changing Nature of the Maine Woods is both a fascinating introduction to the forests of Maine and a detailed but accessible narrative of the dynamism of these ecosystems. This is natural history with a long view, starting with an overview of the state's geological history, the reemergence of the forest after glacial retreat, and the surprising changes right up to European arrival. The authors create a vivid picture of Maine forests just before the impact of Euro-Americans and trace the profound transformations since settlement.
Ambitious in its geographic range, this book explores how and why Maine forests differ across the state, from the top of Mount Katahdin to the coast. Through groundbreaking research and engaging narratives, the authors assess key ecological forces such as climate change, insects and disease, nonnative organisms, natural disturbance, and changing land use to create a dramatic portrait of Maine forests--past, present, and future.
This book both synthesizes the latest scientific discoveries regarding the changing forest and relates the findings to an educated lay and academic audience.
Ambitious in its geographic range, this book explores how and why Maine forests differ across the state, from the top of Mount Katahdin to the coast. Through groundbreaking research and engaging narratives, the authors assess key ecological forces such as climate change, insects and disease, nonnative organisms, natural disturbance, and changing land use to create a dramatic portrait of Maine forests--past, present, and future.
This book both synthesizes the latest scientific discoveries regarding the changing forest and relates the findings to an educated lay and academic audience.
304 pages, Paperback
First published June 26, 2012
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February 6, 2017
Thorough, well-written study on the history and future of Maine's woods. It's not a short book, and it is best read in small pieces. But the work balances readability and scientific detail well. It will be useful in informing policy discussions in Maine.
December 18, 2022
Though I read this book cover to cover, I think it works better as a resource.
Still, chockablock with fascinating historical information about, as you might guess, the changing nature of the Maine woods.
Well worth the purchase if you're into ecology, forestry, nature and/or Maine. If this book exists at the sweet spot of your interests like it does for me, it's a must read.
Still, chockablock with fascinating historical information about, as you might guess, the changing nature of the Maine woods.
Well worth the purchase if you're into ecology, forestry, nature and/or Maine. If this book exists at the sweet spot of your interests like it does for me, it's a must read.
December 7, 2016
As my Biology Professor, I can honestly say Professor Andrew Barton loves what he does, and this book that he has written, proves this!
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