From the Welcome to the Museum series, this gorgeously illustrated volume features trees from the the world’s largest collection of growing plants, found in the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, in London. The book’s text is described not as written, but as curated by Tony Kirkham, who served as the director of the Arboretum at Kew for over 40 years. Lush endpapers displaying leaves, blossoms, fruits and seeds introduce us to illustrations inspired by classic botanical style that is featured throughout the book. A two-page spread with a full-color map displays Biomes of the world, each of which is detailed in the pages that follow. Arboreal enthusiasts will enjoy reading about the evolution of trees, how they communicate, and the crucial part they play in maintaining a healthy ecosystem, in addition to extensive information about specific species. A detailed index, notes about the book’s curators (author and illustrator), and a section titled, To Learn More, are included in the Back Matter. This oversized volume will be pored over and cherished by arboreal enthusiasts who are fortunate enough to encounter it. Recommended, for ages 10 & up, by SEPA Book Reviewers.