OPL BOOK SUMMARY:  We are big fans of forests and the Very Short Introduction book series from Oxford University Press. They are fabulous books that provide serious introductions in a tiny package. Written by experts in the field, these books combine facts, analysis, and exploration of ideas in an enthusiastic manner that makes them easy to read.

In Forests: A Very Short Introduction, readers will discover how crucial woodland areas are to our planet and our well-being.  Forests provide food, energy, and resources to Earth’s inhabitants.  Even today, we heavily rely upon sylvan areas for a wide range of goods and services.

Take a whirlwind tour of forest origins and their connection with human culture.  Then learn how disturbances like tropical deforestation and temperate reforestation impact our livelihood.  Woodland areas will continue to be a central part of our future, which is why it’s more important than ever that we understand their cultural significance.  Forests must be protected and cherished.  If you would like to learn more about forests, this book is a great place to start.

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