Publisher's Synopsis
""Two Prize Essays on the Adaptation of Land for Afforestation"" is a book written by Leslie Stuart Wood and published in 1906. The book contains two prize-winning essays that were awarded by the Worshipful Company of Carpenters. The essays discuss the importance of afforestation, which is the process of converting land into a forest or woodland. The first essay focuses on the adaptation of land for afforestation, including the selection of appropriate tree species and the preparation of the soil. The second essay discusses the economic benefits of afforestation, such as the production of timber and the improvement of soil quality. The book provides valuable insights into the importance of afforestation and its potential benefits for the environment and the economy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in environmental conservation and sustainable land use practices.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.