Among the Trees Vol. II, Richard St. Barbe Baker — 1st Edition

£52.80

Among the Trees Vol. II, Richard St. Barbe Baker — 1st Edition

Name: Among the Trees Vol. II, Richard St. Barbe Baker — 1st Edition
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 6688
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Publication: Puncknoll, Dorset, Privately Printed by The Men of the Trees, 1941

Formatting: 4to, pp. xvi, 100.

Condition Report: Very Good. Bound in the publisher's original half-vellum with cream cloth boards, the binding remains tight and structurally sound. The vellum spine and corners exhibit light, characteristic spotting and mild handling wear typical of this material, while the cloth boards remain relatively bright with only minor surface marks. The text block is square, and the extremities show light shelf-wear. Internally, the pages present well, maintaining a crisp appearance with strong hinges.

Catalogue Note: This privately printed first edition was produced in a limited run of just 500 copies, making it a scarce title on the open market. Issued by 'The Men of the Trees' in Puncknoll, Dorset, this volume features a photographic frontispiece and a foreword by the Bishop of Salisbury.

Unsigned copies in this sound, original condition are uncommonly seen, especially without institutional markings.

A thoughtful continuation of his highly successful first volume, this meditative work by pioneering environmentalist Richard St. Barbe Baker reflects his lifelong dedication to global forestry and conservation. Affectionately known as the "Man of the Trees," Baker's foundational efforts eventually sparked global reforestation movements, making this privately printed volume both an important piece of early environmental literature and a handsome collectible for nature enthusiasts.

Book Condition: Very Good

Book Authors: Richard St. Barbe Baker

Book Publisher: Privately Printed by The Men of the Trees

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Nature & Environment

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 116

Book Publication Year: 1941

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: Puncknoll, Dorset, United Kingdom

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