Selected Writing of Richard St. Barbe Baker

Karen Gridley ed., 1989, 149 pp.

SECTION: Permaculture and Trees,

Excerpts from St. Barbe Baker’s most important writings--a fascinating glimpse of one of this century’s most farsighted individuals. Beyond mere human interest, the book carries an urgent message about the vital role of trees in planetary survival. In poignant words, St. Barbe Baker translates sophisticated biological information about trees and silviculture into easily understood concepts. He guides the reader on into forestry as it relates to environmental preservation. He explains how the earth’s forests represent a critical link in the earth’s cycle of self-renewal, and describes the ties between trees and all animal life - including humanity.

APPROX WEIGHT: .55 lbs.