Twilight of the Hemlocks and Beeches (Keystone Books)

A Photographic Essay And Narrative Documenting The Value, Ecology, And Importance Of Hemlock And Beech Trees In Eastern North America. Describes The Pests And Pathogens That Are Killing Them, And Addresses Solutions That Are Being Sought By Scientists And Resource Stewards--provided By Publisher. Introduction : Into The Forest -- Twilight Of Another Realm -- The Woods We Have Known -- Visions Of Hemlocks And Beeches -- The World Transformed -- Survival And Restoration -- Lessons From A Beloved Forest -- Confronting Loss And Welcoming Renewal. Tim Palmer. Keystone Books. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.