Shade Trees in Towns and Cities

The book is bound in green cloth with gold lettering on the cover and spine. There is noticeable wear at the spine ends and corners, but the binding remains intact and sturdy. There is no dust jacket. The pages are clean and free from inscriptions or library markings, making it a well-preserved copy for its age.

"Shade-Trees in Towns and Cities" by William Solotaroff, published by John Wiley & Sons in New York in 1912, is a seminal work in urban forestry and horticulture. This First Edition, Second Thousand, explores the selection, planting, and care of shade trees in urban environments, addressing their role in street decoration and municipal control. Solotaroff, a noted authority as Secretary and Superintendent of the Shade-Tree Commission of East Orange, N.J., offers practical insights into tree diseases, remedies, and management. This edition is a valuable piece for collectors interested in early 20th-century urban planning and horticulture. The book is bound in green cloth with gold lettering, showing some wear but remains structurally sound. A scarce find, especially in this early edition, it is a significant addition to any collection focused on environmental design and urban landscapes.