Milton the Burl

Do you know what a burl is? Over 150 years ago, a small tree began to grow into something that lives on for generations. This book can be enjoyed by all ages, especially children and also artists, arborists, nature lovers, agriculturists, woodworkers, sawmill workers, craftsmen, or anyone who would like to read a story based on a real tree and its process of turning its burl into something extraordinary. Trees have many different characteristics. You probably have seen many trees with all kinds of shapes of leaves and color and bark of all sizes, big and tall. They can also be identified by smell. But have you ever seen a tree with a burl? Do you know how a tree becomes furniture or a work of art? If you are interested in finding out how Milton the Tree Burl became a lasting friend to those who knew Milton the Burl when he was a different tree among many, turn the pages and see for yourself. This book is an example of how being something different can become a lasting enjoyment for many generations to come.