These illustrations are far more vibrant than those in the previous edition. Color tones reflect the seasons, as they are softly muted in fall and winter more vivid in spring and summer. Seasons and years fade one into another through impressionistic woodland scenes that form the background for the oak and various animals that appear in realistic form. Illustrations stretch from : cover to cover across double-page spreads to immerse readers in a forest setting. The writing style encourages the young to develop a sensitivity to all aspects of nature without lecturing. The original text stands the test of time, reaching its audience with power and emotion as it directs attention to the forces of nature at work. The interdependence of plant and animal life is clearly evident, including both those that seek its shelter and those that hasten the decaying process to prepare the soil for new life. It stands as a tribute to the mighty oak tree, focusing on its majesty in maturity, through gradual decline to final decay. Grade 1-3- New illustrations breathe freshness into this book originally published as The Dead Tree (Parents, 1972 o.p.).
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