Description
Monumental trees
Book summary
This work is a complete and detailed guide to the monumental trees of the Baix Empordà region. The reader will discover a catalog of unique specimens that, due to their size, age, beauty, or history, deserve to be known and protected. The book offers practical information for locating and appreciating these plant giants, combining botanical data with the geographical and cultural context of an eminently flat territory. An essential tool for nature lovers and curious travelers who wish to explore the natural heritage of this region.
What is it about?
The guide presents an exhaustive inventory of the most notable trees in the Baix Empordà, a region characterized by its plains. For each specimen, precise data is provided regarding its location, dimensions, species, and state of conservation. The work is not limited to a mere enumeration, but rather contextualizes each tree within the landscape and local history, explaining its ecological and cultural relevance. The author, Lluís Madrenas, offers the keys to interpreting and valuing these living monuments, turning the reading into an invitation to exploration and respect for the natural environment.
Main topics
- Catalog of monumental trees of the Baix Empordà.
- Field guide for the identification and location of unique specimens.
- Relationship between natural heritage and the cultural landscape of the region.
- Conservation and protection of tree species of great ecological value.
- Geography and botany applied to the Baix Empordà territory.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at naturalists, hikers, amateur and professional botanists, as well as anyone interested in the natural heritage of Catalonia. It will also be of great use to environmental educators, tour guides, and travelers who wish to discover the most unique corners of the Baix Empordà from a naturalist perspective. It is a reference work for both the local reader and the visitor looking for an enriching experience in contact with nature.
What this book offers
- A practical and detailed guide to discovering the most extraordinary trees of the Baix Empordà.
- Rigorous and up-to-date information on the location, characteristics, and status of each specimen.
- A perspective that integrates botanical value with the cultural and landscape context of the region.
- Tools to foster observation, respect, and conservation of natural heritage.
- An invitation to take routes and excursions with a thematic and enriching approach.
Technical specifications
- Author: Madrenas i Bahí, Lluís
- Publisher: Cossetània Edicions
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: Earth sciences / Geosciences
- Collection: Baix Empordà
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: April 2011
- Number of pages: 264
- Weight: 470 g
Editorial review
This guide is presented as a reference work for gaining in-depth knowledge of the tree heritage of the Baix Empordà. Its practical approach and descriptive rigor make it a valuable tool for both the specialist and the enthusiast. The combination of technical data with geographical and cultural contextualization provides added value, making the reading an informative and suggestive experience. It is a publication that invites direct exploration of the territory, ideal for those seeking to connect with nature in a documented and respectful way.