La historia de los árboles

As if it were a gathering of old friends, this well-documented story of trees reminds us of those with whom we are familiar, and at the same time intrigues us with details and stories that are not so familiar to us. Reading this book will arouse the curiosity of both the most inveterate plant lovers and those who, simply, have stumbled upon this impressive work. Be that as it may, there is no doubt about the value of trees or their role in the life of our planet as we know it. Throughout its pages you will find a delicate balance between research and story. Along with each tree fascinating botanical data is provided and the geographical distribution over time is examined, followed by delicious anecdotes about how they have changed our way of living. The global awareness of its authors with regard to the importance of trees for humanity is materialized in brief and charming ethnobotanical stories that cover all continents. At the same time, it is the trees themselves that make up the narrative, which is governed by the chronological order in which it has been shown that they have played an important role in the life of humanity.