Urban Forests and Trees: A Reference Book 2005 edition

Marc Notes: Title from e-book title screen (viewed January 2, 2008).; Includes bibliographical references and index.; Electronic reproduction.; UK: MyiLibrary; 2006. Review Quotes: Aus den Rezensionen: " ein umfassendes Kompendium zu den Grundlagen und aktuellen Forschungsresultaten von Urban Forestry Das Buch stellt das erste europ ische Referenzwerk dieser Art dar. Die St rken des Buches liegen in seiner umfassenden Systematik, dem Facettenreichtum, den zahlreichen Fallbeispielen und der exemplarischen Vertiefung ausgew hlter Fragestellungen. Das Buch liefert einen aktuellen und vollst ndigen berblick ber ein sehr vielschichtiges Themengebiet und gibt zahlreiche Denkanst sse und konkrete Handlungsempfehlungen. F r all jene Fachleute, welche im Bereich der urbanen Waldwirtschaft spezialisiert wollen ist dieses Nachschlagewerk sehr zu empfehlen." (Andreas Bernasconi, in: Schweizerische Zeitschrift f r Forstwesen, 2008, Vol. 159, S. 117 f.) Review Quotes: From the reviews: "To the best of my knowledge this is the first European reference book to treat urban forestry as serious field of knowledge in its own right. This impressive work is a tribute to the hard work of a dedicated group of European urban forestry specialists . the overall benefit that reading and referencing this book will bring to the urban forest professional. If that is what you are or aspire to be, I urge you to acquire a copy." (Glenn Gorner, Arboricultural Journal, Vol. 29 (4), 2006) Review Quotes: From the reviews: "To the best of my knowledge this is the first European reference book to treat urban forestry as serious field of knowledge in its own right. a ] This impressive work is a tribute to the hard work of a dedicated group of European urban forestry specialists a ] . the overall benefit that reading and referencing this book will bring to the urban forest professional. If that is what you are or aspire to be, I urge you to acquire a copy." (Glenn Gorner, Arboricultural Journal, Vol. 29 (4), 2006) Table of Contents: Form, Function and Benefits of Urban Forests and Trees.- The Concept of Urban Forestry in Europe.- A History of Urban Forests and Trees in Europe.- Urban Forest Resources in European Cities.- Benefits and Uses of Urban Forests and Trees.- Planning and Design of Urban Forests and Trees.- Urban Forest Policy and Planning.- Design of Urban Forests.- The Role of Partnerships in Urban Forestry.- Involving People in Urban Forestry A Discussion of Participatory Practices throughout Europe.- Plant Selection and Establishment of Urban Forests and Trees.- Plant Quality and Establishment.- The Selection of Plant Materials for Street Trees, Park Trees and Urban Woodland.- The Abiotic Urban Environment: Impact of Urban Growing Conditions on Urban Vegetation.- Biotic Urban Growing Conditions Threats, Pests and Diseases.- Management of Urban Forests and Trees.- Management of Urban Woodland and Parks Searching for Creative and Sustainable Concepts.- Information for Urban Forest Planning and Management.- Arboricultural Practices.- Future Perspectives.- Research on Urban Forests and Trees in Europe.- Urban Forestry Education.- Urban Forestry in Europe: Innovative Solutions and Future Potential."Review Quotes: From the reviews: "To the best of my knowledge this is the first European reference book to treat urban forestry as serious field of knowledge in its own right. This impressive work is a tribute to the hard work of a dedicated group of European urban forestry specialists . the overall benefit that reading and referencing this book will bring to the urban forest professional. If that is what you are or aspire to be, I urge you to acquire a copy." (Glenn Gorner, Arboricultural Journal, Vol. 29 (4), 2006)"Review Quotes: From the reviews: "To the best of my knowledge this is the first European reference book to treat urban forestry as serious field of knowledge in its own right. This impressive work is a tribute to the hard work of a dedicated group of European urban forestry specialists . the overall benefit that reading and referencing this book will bring to the urban forest professional. If that is what you are or aspire to be, I urge you to acquire a copy." (Glenn Gorner, Arboricultural Journal, Vol. 29 (4), 2006)"