Fall Foliage The Mystery, Science, and Folklore of Autumn Leaves

Fall Foliage is a celebration of one of nature's most spectacular, beloved, and fleeting phenomena. Equal parts field handbook and travel guide, this visually stunning book features brilliant color photographs and answers commonly asked questions about the changing of the season: Why do leaves turn yellow, or red? Why do leaves fall? How can you identify trees by their leaves or their bark? Where are the best displays of fall foliage nationwide, and when is peak season? From coast to coast, Fall Foliage is the perfect companion for an autumn drive.Smith, Charles W. G. is the author of 'Fall Foliage The Mystery, Science, and Folklore of Autumn Leaves', published 2005 under ISBN 9780762727889 and ISBN 0762727888.