A FIELD GUIDE TO TREES AND SHRUBS- GEORGE A. PETRIDES 1958

A Field Guide to Trees and Shrubs by George A. Petrides, which is a staple volume in the renowned Peterson Field Guide Series.

About the Book

• Purpose: It is a comprehensive identification manual for wild trees, shrubs, and woody vines found in the Northeastern and North-Central United States, as well as Southeastern and South-Central Canada.

• Key Features: It uses the "Peterson Identification System," which focuses on visual "field marks" (like leaf shape and twig patterns) to help users distinguish between similar species without needing a background in botany.

• Illustrations: The book features detailed drawings by both the author and Roger Tory Peterson, including leaf arrangements, flower details, and winter silhouettes of trees.