The Forest and the CityAmsterdamse Bos, Bois de Boulogne, Epping Forest, Grunewald, Zoninwoud; throughout history, cities in Europe and elsewhere have developed close relationships with nearby woodland areas. In some cases, cities have even developed and in some cases are promoting a distinct forest identity. This book introduces the rich heritage of these city forests as cultural landscapes, and shows that cities and forests can be mutually beneficial. Essential reading