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Smokejumping video
- Cool video, jumping into a forest fire.
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- Scientists in Sweden have found a new oldest living tree.

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Essential Books

Claus Mattheck
The Body Language of Trees
Claus Mattheck and Helge Breloer. This is an extremely useful book for anyone wanting to understand why trees grow the way they do. It includes a wealth of information on the biomechanics and physimorphology of trees.





Cassell's Trees
Cassell's Trees
David More and John White. This book contains a wealth of information on tree species. Stunning, hand painted images and good descriptions of trees.





Classic Bonsai of Japan
Classic Bonsai of Japan
The Nippon Bonsai Society. Beautiful photography of ancient bonsai trees. Many trees in this book are 350-1000yrs old! Some good information on the history of bonsai and the individual trees within the book.





Collins Field Guide Trees
Collins Field Guide to Trees of Britain and Europe.
Very comprehensive and detailed field guide for identification of trees. Lots of rare trees included.






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