Cover image for Bristlecone : the secret life of the world's oldest tree / Alexandra Siy ; illustrated by Marlo Garnsworthy.
TITLE:
Bristlecone : the secret life of the world's oldest tree / Alexandra Siy ; illustrated by Marlo Garnsworthy.
Alternate Title:
Bristle cone
Publication Date:
2022
Publication Information:
Berkeley, Calif. : Web of Life Children's Books,
Physical Description:
1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill., col. map.
Additional Contributors:
Bibliography Note:
Includes bibliographical references.
Summary:
Living for more than five thousand years, ancient bristlecone pines are the oldest trees on Earth. Recorded in their rings are 'secrets' -- scientific evidence of a changing planet. A volcano erupts in 2036 BC. In 777, a storm explodes on the sun. Lightning strikes in 1122. And during the 20th century, the temperature increases dramatically. What is the secret to the bristlecone's exceptionally long life? Alexandra Siy's lyrical text, paired with Marlo Garnsworthy's meticulously researched mixed media painting, reveals the life cycle of the mysterious ancient bristlecone pine.
Language:
English
ISBN:
9781970039030