The Forests of Michigan, Revised Ed.

by Donald I. Dickmann, Larry A. Leefers

Overview

Completely revised and updated, this new edition of The Forests of Michigan takes a comprehensive look at the natural history, ecology, management, economic importance, and use of the rich and varied forests that cover about half of Michigan's 36.3 million acres. The book explores how the forests regrew after the great Wisconsin glacier began to recede over 12,000 years ago, and how they recovered from the onslaught of unrestrained logging and wildfire that, beginning in the mid-1800s, virtually wiped them out. The emphasis of the book is on long-term efforts to sustain the state’s forests, with a view of sustainability that builds not only upon the lessons learned from native peoples' attitude and use of trees, but also on the latest scientific principles of forest ecology and management. Generously illustrated and written in an engaging style, The Forests of Michigan sees the forest and the trees, offering both education and delight.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780472121687
Publisher:	University of Michigan Press
Publication date:	07/19/2016
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	336
Sales rank:	233,352
File size:	36 MB
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About the Author

Donald I. Dickmann is Professor Emeritus of Forestry at Michigan State University and holds a doctorate from the University of Wisconsin. He is the author of The Culture of Poplars.  Larry A. Leefers is Associate Professor in the Department of Forestry at Michigan State University. He holds a doctorate from Michigan State University.

Table of Contents

Contents Chapter 1. The Forests of Michigan Today Chapter 2. The Ecology of Michigan’s Forests Chapter 3. The Ice Retreats and Michigan’s Forests Return Chapter 4. Forests and the Native People of Michigan Chapter 5. The Forests of the Early Nineteenth Century Chapter 6. The Plunder of Michigan’s Pineries Chapter 7. The Fiery Aftermath of the Plunder Chapter 8. Forestry Is Born and Recovery Begins Chapter 9. The Renewal of Michigan’s Forests Chapter 10. Public and Private Forests Chapter 11. Shaping Michigan’s Forests Chapter 12. Forests in Michigan’s Future References Index

Editorial Reviews

". . . a wealth of information about the vast woodlands
that drew white settlers to Michigan. . . ."
—-Eric Sharp, Detroit Free Press
 


“Besides presenting the latest scientific principles of forest ecology, anecdotes, maps, and color photographs make this book an enjoyable read.”
—Michigan History

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