Head outside with a classic that actually helps you name what you see. This Golden Field Guide to Trees of North America covers major native and naturalized species north of Mexico with clear descriptions, range maps, and crisp color illustrations.
It’s compact, durable, and written for real-world use—on the trail, not just the shelf. Photo-verified and ready for your pack.
Quick Specs
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Item Type: Vintage field guide (hardcover)
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Size: 8 × 5 × 1 in
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Material: Illustrated laminated boards; paper text block
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Color: Cream boards with full-color botanical art
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Origin or Maker: Golden Press / Western Publishing Company, Inc. (New York; Racine, WI)
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Year or Era: 1968 (Golden Field Guide series)
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GENRE: Botany • Field Identification • Natural History
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Language / Pages: English; 280 pages
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Identifiers: LCCN 68-22352; series no. 27001 on spine; ISBN not provided
Edition & Features (books)
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Edition/Printing: 1968 Golden Field Guide edition.
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Illustrations/Maps/Plates: Hundreds of color illustrations with range maps, bark/leaf/cone comparisons (see p. 22–23 Pines, p. 42–43 Hemlocks, p. 58–59 Poplars).
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Extras: “How to Use This Book” section; glossary and index for quick ID.
Condition Grade: Very Good
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Notes: Light overall shelf soil to cream boards, mild corner rubs, and small bump at spine ends. Front endpaper shows a round age spot/toning; a faint spot on first blank. Pages are clean and bright on review; binding tight; no writing noted. Back board with light scuffing from handling
See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.
Condition Grade Key
Near Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.
Very Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.
Good: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.
Fair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.
About the Author / Maker: C. Frank Brockman
C. Frank Brockman (University of Washington, Forestry) authored accessible guides on North American trees and parks. Artwork by Rebecca Merrilees delivers clear, field-ready visuals under the editorship of science educator Herbert S. Zim.
Spot the leaf, check the map, name the tree—simple and satisfying.
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Care & Handling: Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.
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