The Great Tree Story

How Forests Have Shaped Our World

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<p>'The tree is the hero in his book.' <i>The Times</i><br><br>'A thrilling journey of discovery' -- <b>Tristan Gooley, author of <i>How to Read a Tree</i></b><br><br>'Levison Wood has done the impossible. To tell the story of trees in a single book is a Herculean task, but one that he has resoundingly achieved.' -- <b>Merlin Hanbury-Tenison, author of <i>Our Oaken Bones</i></b><br><br>'A thrilling, moving, and convincing journey through the life of trees.' -- <b>Will Storr, author of <i>The Status Game</i></b><br><br>'This powerful book brims with curiosity, original thought, and cutting-edge research, but amidst the wonder, you can also hear the haunting 'cry' of the natural world.' -- <b>Sophy Roberts, </b><b><i>The Lost Pianos of Siberia</i> </b><br><br>Levison Wood has spent a lifetime exploring wild places and witnessing environmental challenges and conservation efforts around the world. Now, he's delving into the incredible world of forests. In this global investigation, <i>The Great Tree Story</i> explores the profound influence forests have had on our planet and civilisation. Each chapter digs into a different aspect of this relationship, from the evolutionary history of trees and their cultural significance in ancient civilisations, to the impacts of agriculture, colonisation, and the industrial revolution on forest ecosystems. The book highlights the wisdom of indigenous communities in forest stewardship, examines the environmental movement's efforts to protect forests, and analyses the causes and consequences of deforestation and environmental degradation.<br><br>Forests are integral components of the global ecosystem. They serve as complex habitats for flora and fauna, supporting a delicate web of interdependence that we have only scratched the surface of understanding. Every organism, from the towering trees to the smallest insects, plays a crucial role in maintaining the biodiversity that sustains our planet. The intricate relationships woven within f

Artikeldetails

EAN

9781856755627

Sprache

Englisch

Einband / Art

Taschenbuch

Maße

231 x 152 x 28 mm

Erscheinungsjahr

2025

Verlag / Hersteller

Octopus Publishing Ltd.