Tree of Life: The World of the African Baobab (Tree Tales)

Barbara Bash

ISBN 10: 0316083054 / ISBN 13: 9780316083058

Published by Little Brown & Co, 1990

Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0316083054I3N10

Synopsis:

Through the example of the African baobab tree and the creatures that inhabit it, this book serves as an introduction to the science of ecology. It reveals the interconnection of life on the African savannah, and why the baobab is called the tree of life.

From the Back Cover: "Dramatic watercolor illustrations . . . and an engaging text make this another outstanding nature title by the author of Desert Giant. Bash describes the life cycle of a tree that lives on the African savannah and the insects, birds, adn animals that rely on it for home, food, and survival. . . . The illustrations . . . are breathtaking."
--Kirkus, pointer review
"Complementing Bash's calligraphic text are stunning watercolor illustrations [in which] she beautifully portrays the sparse African landscape. . . . A subject rarely treated in picture book format, this will make a beautiful introduction to the African ecosystem."
--Booklist, starred review

Bibliographic Details

Title: Tree of Life: The World of the African ...
Publisher: Little Brown & Co
Publication Date: 1990
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket