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Up for sale is a beautiful vintage copy of "Trees: The Yearbook of Agriculture," published in 1949 by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and edited by Alfred Stefferud. This highly sought-after 944-page volume is widely considered a legendary reference classic for arborists, foresters, and nature enthusiasts. It is packed with comprehensive historical data on tree biology, identification keys, forest management, and conservation techniques from the mid-20th century.
What makes this specific edition uniquely collectible is its spectacular visual appeal and shelf presence. It features a gorgeous cream and green linen-covered pictorial hardcover decorated with detailed leaf and cone illustrations. Inside, you will find rich visual documentation, including detailed charts, black-and-white historical photographs, and beautiful full-page color botanical plates. As an added bonus for collectors, the decorative endpapers feature a map originally designed by Rudolph, the creator of Smokey Bear!