The Immortal Yew

Fascinating story of the common yew, some of which are the oldest living organisms in Europe / Mythological, religious and historical associations explored / Over 75 yew profiles featured, all accessible to the public, with details on location, history, botany and mythology / Reveals the role yews have played in our history – for example the Ankerwycke yew in Berkshire is supposedly the location where the Magna Carta was sealed in 1215, and legend also has it that Henry VII courted Anne Bol...