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The Hidden Life of Trees
288 pages, 2016
science & nature
1064 booksThe first book in New York Times bestselling author Peter Wohlleben’s The Mysteries of Nature Trilogy. Book two, The Inner Life of Animals, and the third book, The Secret Wisdom of Nature, are available now. Are trees social beings?
In this international bestseller, forester and author Peter Wohlleben convincingly makes the case that the forest is a social network.
He draws on groundbreaking scientific discoveries to describe how trees are like human families: tree parents live together with their children, communicate with them, support them as they grow, share nutrients with those who are sick or struggling, and even warn each other of impending dangers.
Wohlleben also shares his deep love of woods and forests, explaining the amazing processes of life, death, and regeneration he has observed in his woodland. After learning about the complex life of trees, a walk in the woods will never be the same again.
In The Hidden Life of Trees, Peter Wohlleben reveals that trees are not solitary entities, but rather social beings. They communicate, support each other, and even share nutrients. This book will make you see trees in a whole new light.
The author takes us on a journey to explore the complex network that exists within a forest. Trees are interconnected through their roots, creating a 'wood wide web' that allows them to exchange information and resources. It's like the internet, but for trees!
Did you know that trees can feel pain and have emotions? Wohlleben's research shows that trees can experience stress, joy, and even fear. This book will make you think twice about how you treat the trees in your backyard.
The Hidden Life of Trees emphasizes the crucial role trees play in maintaining our ecosystem. They clean our air, provide habitats for countless species, and contribute to our health and wellbeing. It's a reminder of why we need to protect our forests.
One of the most fascinating takeaways from the book is the slow pace of life for trees. They live for hundreds, even thousands of years, and their slow growth rate allows them to survive in harsh conditions. It's a lesson in patience and resilience that we can all learn from.
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The Hidden Life of Trees is a wonderful, provocative book that draws together half a century of much-neglected and misunderstood plant science and frames it within field observations by an acute and empathetic forester.
Tim Flannery - Scientist, Explorer, WriterPeter Wohlleben's The Hidden Life of Trees breaks entirely new ground, and John Evelyn, the father of modern forestry, would applaud his attempt to correct our shortsightedness about the teeming life of the forest.
Richard Powers - Novelist, Pulitzer WinnerThe Hidden Life of Trees is a revelation. A new world has opened up. Wohlleben tells us about what a schoolbook would never teach us: Trees are capable of forming relationships and communities. It's a wonderful read for anyone who loves nature.
Bill McKibben - Environmentalist, AuthorRecommendations
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