In this collection of 120 beautiful color photographs, naturalist Middleton reveals the full scope of forest life, from Alaska to California, mountains to coast, canopy to floor. Detailed captions and informative text explain such topics as exactly what makes a forest old-growth, how its ecosystem works, and why it's so important to the endangered species that live there. 10x9<1/2>". Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
An informative introduction to the western old-growth forests, with particular emphasis on the ecological diversity to be found there. Also offers a critical but balanced view of the effects of modern deforestation on the region. Includes many beautiful photographs of the unique flora and fauna that inhabits these woodlands.