Description
Book SynopsisTree by Tree is a warning and a toolkit for the future of forest recovery. Scott J. Meiners investigates the critical biological threats endangering tree species native to the forests of eastern North America, providing a needed focus on this plight. Meiners suggests that if we are to save our forests, the first step is to recognize the threats in front of us.
Meiners focuses on five familiar treesthe American elm, the American chestnut, the eastern hemlock, the white ash, and the sugar mapleand shares why they matter economically, ecologically, and culturally. From outbreaks of Dutch elm disease to infestations of emerald ash borers, Meiners highlights the challenges that have led or will lead to the disappearance of these trees from forests. In doing so, he shows us how diversity loss often disrupts intricately balanced ecosystems and how vital it is that we pay more attention to massive changes in forest composition.
With practical steps for the
Table of Contents
Introduction: First, Some Context
1. American Elm—Ulmus americana
2. American Chestnut—Castanea dentata
3. Eastern Hemlock—Tsuga canadensis
4. White Ash—Fraxinus americana
5. Sugar Maple—Acer saccharum
6. Other Trees with Other Challenges
7. The Next in Line
8. Accumulating Impacts—Putting It All Together
Conclusion: Protecting Our Forests' Future
