The book "Pine Wilt Disease" offers a comprehensive analysis of the threat posed to pine forests worldwide by the pine wilt disease. This disease is transmitted by vector beetles that carry pathogenic nematodes from dead trees to healthy ones. The authors highlight the varying susceptibilities of host plants as well as the variability of nematode strains, which are crucial in determining whether infected trees survive or die. Additionally, the biotic and abiotic environmental factors that influence the course of the disease are examined. The book discusses the history of the disease, the microorganisms involved, and the control methods based on host resistance and biological control strategies. It provides readers with the most current and well-founded information about this global forest epidemic, facilitating a better understanding of the nature and threat posed by pine wilt disease.