A Critical Geography of Britain's State Forests
Focusing on forests and trees, this book investigates how relations between society and nature change over time. It traces historical perceptions and woodland management practices, explores the rise of scientific forestry methods, discusses in depth the organizational culture of the Forestry Commission, and considers the claim that present-day forestry has become a postmodern phenomenon.
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'This volume is a useful addition to the literature, and it will undoubtedly be used by academic researchers in the field of forest history.' -Journal of Environmental Planning and ManagementFocusing on forests and trees, this book investigates how relations between society and nature change over time. It traces historical perceptions and woodland management practices, explores the rise of scientific forestry methods, discusses in depth the organisational culture of the Forestry Commission, and considers the claim that present-day forestry has become a postmodern phenomenon.
