Quick read about looking at a forest and seeing what it might have been a century or more ago (forest, pasture, or plowed field). Based on New England forests but many observations will translate here. Written as a field guide (does it have this or this) but can be used to familiarize yourself with things to look for to determine a forest's age and history. One more way to help you learn to see/read the forest.
Available in BCPL.