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Discover the enchanting world of trees with 'Around the World in 80 Trees' by bestselling author Jonathan Drori. This beautifully illustrated paperback takes you on a captivating journey across continents, celebrating the majesty and significance of these magnificent plants. With 240 pages filled with insightful stories about 80 remarkable trees, this book is a treasure trove of knowledge that intertwines plant science with human history. Each tree presents its unique narrative, showcasing how our lives are intricately connected to nature, from the sacred banyan trees of India to the towering redwoods of California. Explore the cultural importance of trees, their role in our ecosystem, and their contributions to products we cherish, like maple syrup and aspirin. Lucille Clerc’s stunning illustrations enhance your reading experience, making each page a visual delight. This book is not only a valuable resource for nature lovers but also a perfect gift for those passionate about the environment. It encourages us to appreciate the beauty of our world and the stories behind the trees that enrich our lives. Join Drori on this arboreal odyssey and deepen your understanding of nature’s wonders. Shipping is free for this item, with delivery taking up to 6 weeks. Please note that once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781786276063. Year: 2020. Publisher: Laurence King Publishing. Dive into this tree-by-tree adventure and let the stories inspire your love for nature!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781786276063
Year: 2020
Publisher: Laurence King Publishing
Pages: 240
Description:
'Beautiful to behold and to read' - THE SUNDAY TIMES
'An arboreal odyssey' - NATURE
'One of the most quietly beautiful books of the year' - DAILY MAIL
'Jonathan Drori's deep-seated love of nature is contagious in this tree-by-tree journey across countries and continents. A book to take your time over' - WIRED
Jonathan Drori's number one bestseller, now available in paperback!
Bestselling author and environmentalist Jonathan Drori follows in the footsteps of Phileas Fogg as he tells the stories of 80 magnificent trees from all over the globe.
In Around the World in 80 Trees, Jonathan Drori uses plant science to illuminate how trees play a role in every part of human life, from the romantic to the regrettable. From the trees of Britain, to India's sacred banyan tree, they offer us sanctuary and inspiration - not to mention the raw materials for everything from aspirin to maple syrup.
Stops on the trip include the lime trees of Berlin's Unter den Linden boulevard, which intoxicate amorous Germans and hungry bees alike, the swankiest streets in nineteenth-century London, which were paved with Australian eucalyptus wood, and the redwood forests of California, where the secret to the trees' soaring heights can be found in the properties of the tiniest drops of water.
Each of these strange and true tales - populated by self-mummifying monks, tree-climbing goats and ever-so-slightly radioactive nuts - is illustrated by Lucille Clerc, taking the reader on a journey that is as informative as it i
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781786276063
Year: 2020
Publisher: Laurence King Publishing
Pages: 240
Description:
'Beautiful to behold and to read' - THE SUNDAY TIMES
'An arboreal odyssey' - NATURE
'One of the most quietly beautiful books of the year' - DAILY MAIL
'Jonathan Drori's deep-seated love of nature is contagious in this tree-by-tree journey across countries and continents. A book to take your time over' - WIRED
Jonathan Drori's number one bestseller, now available in paperback!
Bestselling author and environmentalist Jonathan Drori follows in the footsteps of Phileas Fogg as he tells the stories of 80 magnificent trees from all over the globe.
In Around the World in 80 Trees, Jonathan Drori uses plant science to illuminate how trees play a role in every part of human life, from the romantic to the regrettable. From the trees of Britain, to India's sacred banyan tree, they offer us sanctuary and inspiration - not to mention the raw materials for everything from aspirin to maple syrup.
Stops on the trip include the lime trees of Berlin's Unter den Linden boulevard, which intoxicate amorous Germans and hungry bees alike, the swankiest streets in nineteenth-century London, which were paved with Australian eucalyptus wood, and the redwood forests of California, where the secret to the trees' soaring heights can be found in the properties of the tiniest drops of water.
Each of these strange and true tales - populated by self-mummifying monks, tree-climbing goats and ever-so-slightly radioactive nuts - is illustrated by Lucille Clerc, taking the reader on a journey that is as informative as it i