This handsome volume is an indispensable reference covering more than 540 species, with nearly 2,500 full-color photographs—including images of the bark, fruit, and flowers, as well as photos that illustrate leaf shape and seasonal color changes. It is arranged according to the latest Angiosperm Phylogeny Group classification system—with trees sorted by taxonomic orders and grouped by family, so that related species are presented together. Readers will appreciate the crisp detail of the photographs; range maps (reflecting the impact of climate change); physical descriptions; and information on fruit, habitat, uses, and similar species. The guide includes an important new category on conservation status and essays by leading scholars who provide holistic insights into the world of trees. It is a must-have reference for the library of any nature lover, and is poised to become the number one guide in the field.