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100 1 _aWhipple, Gurth Adelbert,
_d1876-1952
245 1 0 _aFreak trees of the State of New York
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2023
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aIssued in conjunction with the Freak Tree contest held in 1925.
500 _aRelease date is 2023-02-13
508 _aBob Taylor, Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520 _a"Freak Trees of the State of New York" by Gurth Adelbert Whipple is a scientific publication from the early 20th century, specifically from 1926. The book focuses on the phenomenon of unusual or "freak" trees found throughout New York State, celebrating their distinctive shapes and forms that attract the interest of both nature enthusiasts and casual observers alike. It aims to heighten public awareness of these unique trees and their ecological importance. The content is structured around a contest encouraging the public to submit photographs of unusual trees, with an emphasis on showcasing the diversity of tree species in New York, such as elm, maple, and beech. The book includes descriptions and illustrations of notable entries, highlighting the various shapes and growth patterns that make these trees stand out. It delves into the reasons behind their abnormal characteristics, suggesting that a combination of environmental conditions and inherent tree traits contribute to their extraordinary appearances. The book serves to inspire appreciation for the natural world, foster engagement with forestry, and promote conservation efforts for these remarkable trees. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cUnited States: J. B. Lyon Co., Printers, 1926
653 _aTrees -- Abnormalities -- New York (State) -- Pictorial works
653 _aPhotography -- Awards -- New York (State)
856 4 _uhttps://archive.org/details/freaktreesofstat00whip/mode/2up
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/70038
999 _c110785
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