Book ID: 92674
McClintock, Elizabeth
The Trees of Golden Gate Park and San Francisco. Edited and arranged by Richard G. Turner, Jr. 2001. illustr. 150 p. gr8vo.
Based on the writings of botanist Elizabeth McClintock, this bookpresents the reader with the stories of 170 different trees found in thepark and throughout the city. Detailed maps and elegant line drawings of leaves, flowers, and fruit make it a useful field guide. Extensivedescriptions of the biology, lineage, and horticultural history of thetrees make it essential reading for everyone who wishes to deepen theirknowledge of San Francisco and the unique urban treasure known as GoldenGate Park.