First published 2021
Botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer leads readers deep into the ancient forests of North America. Amidst towering trees, she weaves a lyrical exploration of the intricate web of life, uncovering the hidden wisdom of her native Potawatomi people. Through vivid encounters with moss, lichen, and birdsong, Kimmerer illuminates the reciprocal bond between humans and the natural world. As she confronts threats of deforestation and ecological collapse, her poetic voice becomes a clarion call to cherish our oldest living companions.
Genres: science, nature, ecology, environment, non-fiction, biology
Vibes: intimate, lyrical, thought-provoking
Tropes: nature-as-character, poetic-voice
Paperback · Myrin Inst, NY