Description
Book SynopsisHelps readers embark on a multifaceted exploration of trees that illuminates the profound connections we have with them, the dazzling array of goods and services they provide, and the powerful lessons they hold for us. This book describes trees' intricate root systems, and their role in commerce and medicine.
Trade Review"A wide-ranging and eye-opening book about trees and our connections to them." New Scientist "A wealth of entertaining arboreal facts and figures, but her personal anecdotes are the book's most compelling and inimitable feature." Publishers Weekly "Nadkarni's writing is like a love letter to trees that effortlessly mixes poetry and prose with environmentalism, culture, history and science." Foreword "Anyone who loves trees, who admires their steadfastness, who finds in their presence a certain peace ... will love this book." Canadian Field-Naturalist "Uplifting and edifying... Nadkarni has given us ... a kind of encyclopedic examination of nearly EVERYTHING that has to do with trees." Ecology "Nadkarni introduces readers to trees in a stunning variety of ways." -- Frederick J. Swanson, Us Forest Service Oregon Historical Qtly "Nadkarni is a wonder... Every page enthralls." Terrain Magazine
Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Introduction: View from the Top 1. What Is a Tree? 2. Goods and Services 3. Shelter and Protection 4. Health and Healing 5. Play and Imagination 6. Connections to Time 7. Signs and Symbols 8. Spirituality and Religion 9. Mindfulness Scientific Names of Trees in the Text Notes Recommended Readings Poetry Credits Index
