Open Shelves: The remarkable world of trees

To mark Green Libraries Week and Climate Week Scotland we are celebrating the amazing ecosystems of woods and forests.

Browse this Open Shelves display to learn about the life of a tree and the interconnected ecosystem of the forest. Read about encounters with remarkable trees and discover new forests that are being planted. From science to poetry, children’s books to gardening, this display celebrates the remarkable world of trees.

About Open Shelves

Open Shelves is a changing display of reference material in the General Reading Room. This space is dedicated to showcasing under-represented topics and provides access to the Library's collections as a source of inspiration and learning. 

Please note you need to be a member of the Library to access this display. You can sign-up to become a member at George IV Bridge or on our website .