{"product_id":"evolution-of-the-arborescent-gymnosperms-volume-1-northern-hemisphere-focus-pattern-process-and-diversity-hardback-9781009262958","title":"Evolution of the Arborescent Gymnosperms: Volume 1, Northern Hemisphere Focus; Pattern, Process and Diversity (Hardback) 9781009262958","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eEvolution of the Arborescent Gymnosperms: Volume 1, Northern Hemisphere Focus\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003ePattern, Process and Diversity\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA comprehensive two-volume set that displays the full diversity, evolutionary patterns and biological complexity of Arborescent Gymnosperms.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eChristopher N. Page (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781009262958, Cambridge University Press\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eHardback, published 5 December 2024\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e730 pages\u003cbr\u003e28.5 x 22.2 x 4.3 cm, 2.39 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e'This is truly a magnum opus by a world expert on the conifers and it has been fascinating, enjoyable and informative to read. It is based on the extensive travels of the author to everywhere that arborescent conifers grow. This has enabled the author to illustrate it with a wonderful collection of his personal and most informative photos of the conifers of the world. The text is a skilful combination of data from Palaeobotanic, molecular and field observations that show the history, evolution and contemporary status of this vitally important group of plants. It is the author's personal experience with each genus and familiarity with so much of the literature about conifers that makes this such interesting reading. There is no doubt that this book will remain a classic on the subject for many years to come.' Sir Ghillean  Prance, FRS, former Director of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eThe arborescent gymnosperms are the most prevalent trees in one-third of the world's forests, and have dominated the Earth's forest ecosystems through much of evolutionary time. They encompass over 70 living genera and nearly 700 species of evergreen conifers and related trees, and include the largest and longest-lived organisms on this planet. This two-volume treatise provides detailed descriptions of each genus based on first-hand surveys of their structure, adaption, ecology, function and development. It also incorporates evidence from molecular studies, palaeobotany and environmental data to provide a holistic understanding of their overall evolution and diversity. Covering the world's temperate and tropical forests, Volume 1 principally focuses on Northern Hemisphere genera while Volume 2 covers those with a predominantly Southern Hemisphere range. Together, the set provides a comprehensive, global reference for researchers in palaeobotany, plant science, geobiology, evolutionary biology, ecology and plant genetics, as well as arboriculturists and conservation managers.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePreface and acknowledgements\u003cbr\u003e Structure of the two volumes\u003cbr\u003e Part I. Aims, Approaches and Methodologies: Part II. Phylogenetic Bases and Revised Taxonomic Structure: Part III. Living Arborescent Gynosperm Genetic Presentations: 1. Ginkgo\u003cbr\u003e 2. Picea\u003cbr\u003e 3. Cathaya\u003cbr\u003e 4. Pinus\u003cbr\u003e 5. Larix\u003cbr\u003e 6. Pseudotsuga\u003cbr\u003e 7. Abies\u003cbr\u003e 8. Nothotsuga\u003cbr\u003e 9. Tsuga\u003cbr\u003e 10. Keteleeria\u003cbr\u003e 11. Pseudolarix\u003cbr\u003e 12. Cedrus\u003cbr\u003e 13. Taxus\u003cbr\u003e 14. Pseudotaxus\u003cbr\u003e 15. Austrotaxus\u003cbr\u003e 16. Cephalotaxus\u003cbr\u003e 17. Amentotaxus\u003cbr\u003e 18. Torreya\u003cbr\u003e 19. Sciadopitys\u003cbr\u003e 20. Cupressus\u003cbr\u003e 21. Hesperocyparis\u003cbr\u003e 22. Chamaecyparis\u003cbr\u003e 23. Fokienia\u003cbr\u003e 24. Thujopsis\u003cbr\u003e 25. Thuja\u003cbr\u003e 26. Xanthocyparis\u003cbr\u003e 27. Juniperus\u003cbr\u003e 28. Platycladus\u003cbr\u003e 29. Microbiota\u003cbr\u003e 30. Calocedrus\u003cbr\u003e 31. Neocallitropsis\u003cbr\u003e 32. Callitris\u003cbr\u003e 33. Actinostrobus\u003cbr\u003e 34. Widdringtonia\u003cbr\u003e 35. Tetraclinis\u003cbr\u003e 36. Libocedrus\u003cbr\u003e 37. Papuacedrus\u003cbr\u003e 38. Austrocedrus\u003cbr\u003e 39. Pilgerodendron\u003cbr\u003e 40. Diselma\u003cbr\u003e Part IV. From Ecosystem Services to Conservation and Sustainability: Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e Genus index.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Botany \u0026amp; plant sciences [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Botany \u0026amp; plant sciences\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Botany%20\u0026amp;%20plant%20sciences%20%5BPST%5D%22\"\u003ePST\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Cambridge University Press","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52475140407576,"sku":"9781009262958","price":188.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9781009262958i.jpg?v=1785805503","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/evolution-of-the-arborescent-gymnosperms-volume-1-northern-hemisphere-focus-pattern-process-and-diversity-hardback-9781009262958","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}